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Copy Trading Explained

2:08 · 7 chapters · Forex basics, part 16

What you'll learn

Copy trading explained: every trade is copied, including losses. What to check before you copy anyone.

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Key point 1: Your account mirrors the leader, scaled to your balance
Key point 2: Check track record, biggest drawdown and risk per trade
Key point 3: Fees: profit share, subscriptions or spread markups
Key point 4: Check the platform and broker are regulated
Key point 5: Don't chase last month's top performer

Rules and limits from regulators and official sources; every price, account and chart in the video is an example. Education, not financial advice.

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