SwissySwissy - Icon

Forex jargon for Swiss Franc.

Over the Counter (OTC)Over the Counter (OTC) - Icon

Used to describe transactions conducted directly between dealers and principals through phone or via Internet instead of a regulated exchange trading floor.

Base CurrencyBase Currency - Icon

The reference currency in a currency pair. It shows how much the base currency is worth compared to the second currency. For example, if the USD/CHF rate is 1.6215 then one USD is worth CHF 1.6215. On forex markets, the 'base' currency for quotes is often the US Dollar. This means that quotes are stated as a unit of $1 USD per the second currency. However, the British Pound, the Euro and the Australian Dollar, also serve as a base currency.

Long positionLong position - Icon

A position whose value appreciates if market prices rise. When a currency pair is bought, the pair's primary currency is known as "long".

Going ShortGoing Short - Icon

The selling of a currency or instrument not owned by the seller in the hope that market prices will decrease and thus can be purchased later to deliver the buyer.

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