What is a forward transaction in the forex market?
In forex trading online, usually spot trading is common. But any transaction that takes place later than the spot transaction is known as a forward transaction. Spot transaction in forex trading online usually takes place within 2 business days.
forex trading online is usually done for making a profit by exchanging foreign currencies during a time when the exchange value of the currency pairs is high. In the forward transaction, the price is calculated by adjusting the spot rate. it is because the transaction in forward takes place on a date after the spot. The interest of the transactions is calculated by making certain adjustments with the spot transactions.
The difference between the currency pairs is adjusted according to the calculations made for the forward transaction. The amount that is adjusted in such a way is called forward points. If you take a look at the forward points, you will see that it only shows the difference in the interest rate between the markets.
It means you cannot rely on the forward point for making any future predictions. It does not show any relation to how the spot market will work in the future. Every trade that takes place within the forex market can change at any time. Many factors influence the money value of the currency.
If one of the factors influencing this value is changed, it will completely affect the money value of that currency. As the currencies are exchanged in pairs, the difference between them shows the gain or loss of the trade.
Other than on weekends or holidays, one can settle the forward transaction. That is why the forward transaction is mainly called a tailor-made contract. In spot transactions, it is at the time of settlement the funds are transferred or exchanged. In the forward transaction, you can settle at any time with any amount you want.
