Forex trading is typically done through a broker or a market maker.
As a Forex trader you can choose a currency pair that you expect to change in value and place a trade accordingly.
For Example-
-If you had purchased 1,000 Euros in January 2005, it would have cost you around US$ 1,200.
-Throughout 2005, the EURO’s value vs. the US dollar’s value- Increased.
-At the end of the year 1,000 Euros was worth USD 1,300.
-If you had end your trade at that point, you would have gained USD 100.
• Forex trades can be placed through a broker or market maker.
• Orders can be placed in just a few clicks and the broker then passes the order to a partner in the Interbank Market to fill your position.
• When you close your trade, the broker closes the position on the Interbank Market and credits your account with the loss or gain.
• This can all happen literally within a few seconds.