♟️ Binary Options Strategy: Following the Trend Strategy

Following the trend is the most popular binary options trading strategy, regardless of the expiry time frame. By following a strong trend, traders can maximize their profit potential.

What Does Following the Trend Mean?

First of all, there is not just one trend for a traded asset. At any given moment, a financial asset is subject to multiple price trends, each based on the time horizon used by the trader. Different chart time frames produce different trends. For example, a 1-minute chart may show a strong bullish trend, while a 15-minute chart may indicate a strong bearish trend.

Technical Analysis Tools to Identify the Trend

There are dozens of popular technical analysis tools used to identify and assess market trends. The most common technical analysis tools include:

◘ Moving Averages

◘ The MACD

◘ Relative Strength Index (RSI) 🔗 RSI Precision v.3 (Multisignal Indicator)

◘ Parabolic SAR, and many more

Read more: Following the Trend Binary Options Trading Strategy

🌍 Nomura Global Economic Outlook 2012-2013

According to Nomura, global economic growth is expected to slow slightly during the remainder of 2012—primarily due to the European economy entering a recession. The world’s GDP is projected to grow by 3.4% in 2012, compared to 3.7% in 2011. Growth in emerging markets (BRIC) is still expected to remain strong at 5.9%, while growth in developed economies is projected to be relatively weak, at around 1.3%.

These are the major global economic outlooks for 2012–2013.

💵The United States

Nomura prediction for US GDP

■ GDP in 2012 is expected to grow by 2.2%

■ GDP in 2013 is expected to grow by 2.3%

Nomura prediction for US unemployment

■ Unemployment in 2012 is expected 8,1%

■ Unemployment in 2013 is expected at 7.9%

Risks for US Economy

■ Oil prices may influence the course of inflation

■ Uncertainty concerning US elections and the negative impact on US fiscal policy

Read more: Nomura Global Economic Outlook 2012-2013

Gold status in 2014 -According to Analysts

Due to the volatility of the gold price this year, investors and traders are reconsidering the role of the precious metal in their portfolios. Should they hold onto it or shift to assets that don’t fluctuate as much? Still, it’s widely understood that financial security is never guaranteed, which is why experts continue to emphasize diversification as the best strategy—and gold remains a top option for diversifying a portfolio, as its price movements typically differ from those of other assets that tend to decline simultaneously. As the year draws to a close, the question remains: Is the outlook for gold improving?

While the future is always uncertain, market trends can offer clues about the direction of commodities heading into 2014. The general sentiment appears to be positive. A recent post on a forex and financial trading blog noted that gold still has strong fundamentals, concluding that “gold is improving by the day.” Although short-term trends may appear bearish, the long-term outlook suggests the metal is poised for a rebound. Adrian Ash, head researcher, echoed this sentiment in a recent analysis, pointing to a gradual resurgence in demand for gold, especially driven by “robust demand from Asia.”

To answer the question posed earlier, it appears that gold is indeed gaining momentum. This aligns with a recent report from Business Insider, which highlighted a sharp uptick in the metal, particularly in the North American trading market. Meanwhile, the Business section of The Australian acknowledged that while some gold stocks may face a challenging future, global gold output remains strong. The article quoted Morgan Stanley as saying, “When margins are depressed, any movement in the gold price will have a strong multiplier effect on equity price valuations.”

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◘ Gold status in 2014 according to Analysts

TradingCenter.org, December, 9^th 2013