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Module 1 — Forex Fundamentals
Forex Leverage & Margin Explained: Risk Management for Beginners
Key Takeaways
- ✓ Leverage allows you to control a large position with a small amount of capital
- ✓ A 1:100 leverage means $1 controls $100 in the market
- ✓ Margin is the deposit required to open a leveraged position
- ✓ Higher leverage amplifies both profits and losses
- ✓ Always use leverage responsibly with proper risk management
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