The forex market differs from other financial markets in the sense that forex trading is not performed from a centralized, regulated exchange. (trustedforexbroker.com)
The yellow metal is generally considered to be a «safe haven» investment — an asset that won't lose its value when other financial markets are experiencing undue volatility. (internationalbanker.com)
The amount of leverage a forex trader can use when placing orders is far greater than other financial markets such as the bond and or the equity markets. (moneyahoy.com)