Archer Forex

a personal blog about forex trading.

Risk Disclaimer

FULL RISK DISCLAIMER

Last Updated: February 21, 2025

1. Introduction & Purpose

The content published on ArcherForex.com (the “Website” or “Blog”) is strictly for educational and informational purposes only. It is not tailored to your individual financial situation, investment objectives, or risk tolerance. Nothing contained herein constitutes financial advice, investment recommendations, a solicitation to trade, or an offer to buy or sell forex, contracts for difference (CFDs), cryptocurrencies, or any other financial instruments. We are not registered financial advisors, brokers, or dealers.

2. Key Risks of Forex & Leveraged Trading

Trading in leveraged financial markets, including forex and CFDs, involves substantial and significant risks that may not be suitable for all individuals. By accessing and using this Website, you acknowledge and accept the following inherent risks:

  • High Risk of Loss: Forex, CFDs, and other leveraged products are highly speculative and carry a high risk of losing capital rapidly. Market volatility, margin requirements, and leverage can lead to substantial losses. Losses can exceed your deposited funds.
  • Leverage Amplifies Risks: Leverage allows you to control larger positions with a relatively small amount of capital. However, leverage magnifies both potential profits and potential losses. Even small market movements can result in significant gains or losses to your account.
  • Market Volatility: Prices in financial markets, especially forex, can fluctuate rapidly and unpredictably. These fluctuations can be caused by geopolitical events, economic data releases, changes in interest rates, liquidity conditions, and general market sentiment. Sudden volatility may prevent the execution of orders at your desired prices.
  • Margin Calls & Liquidation: If the value of your open positions declines, you may be required to deposit additional funds (a “margin call”) to maintain your positions. Failure to meet margin requirements may result in the forced closure (liquidation) of your positions by your broker, without prior notice, potentially at unfavorable prices.
  • Liquidity Risk: While the forex market is generally considered highly liquid, there may be times when liquidity is limited. This can make it difficult to enter or exit positions at your desired prices, especially during periods of extreme volatility or unexpected news events.
  • Counterparty Risk: When you trade forex or CFDs, you are entering into contracts with a counterparty (typically a broker). There is a risk that the counterparty may default on its obligations, potentially leading to losses.
  • Operational Risk: This includes risks associated with technology failures, system errors, internet connectivity issues, platform malfunctions, and human error. These risks can disrupt your trading and potentially lead to losses.
  • Overnight Risk: Holding positions overnight exposes you to the risk of price gaps between the market close and open. News or events that occur while the market is closed can cause significant price movements when the market reopens.
  • Economic and Political Risk: Global economic conditions, political instability, and geopolitical events can significantly impact currency values and create volatility in the financial markets.
  • No Guarantee of Profit: Trading strategies, indicators, analyses, or any other information shared on this Website are not guarantees of success. Past performance is not indicative of future results. There is no certainty of profit in trading.

3. Suitability & Investor Responsibility

  • Trading leveraged products is not suitable for all investors. You must carefully assess your financial situation, risk tolerance, investment objectives, and level of experience before engaging in any trading activity.
  • Do not trade with funds that you cannot afford to lose. Only risk disposable capital – money that is not essential for your living expenses, savings, retirement, or other critical financial obligations.
  • It is strongly recommended that you seek advice from a licensed and qualified financial advisor and/or tax professional to evaluate the suitability of trading for your specific circumstances. They can provide personalized guidance based on your individual needs.

4. Regulatory & Jurisdictional Considerations

  • Regulatory Disclosures: Forex and CFD trading may be unregulated or subject to specific restrictions in your jurisdiction. The regulatory protections available to investors (such as investor compensation schemes) may not apply to forex and CFD trading.
  • Jurisdiction-Specific Risks: The laws and regulations governing financial instruments vary significantly across different countries and jurisdictions. You are solely responsible for ensuring that your trading activities comply with all applicable local laws and regulations.

5. Third-Party Content & External Links

The Website may reference or link to third-party content, websites, tools, or brokers for illustrative or informational purposes. This does not constitute an endorsement by the Website . External platforms and services operate independently, and their terms of service, fees, and associated risks are beyond the Website’s control. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of these third-party resources.

6. No Guarantees or Warranties

The Website provides content on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any information presented on the Website. Market conditions change continuously, and information may become outdated quickly.

7. Limitation of Liability

The Website, its authors, contributors, affiliates, and partners disclaim all liability for:

  • Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive losses, damages, or expenses incurred as a result of your reliance on any information provided on the Website or your trading activities.
  • Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in analyses, charts, educational materials, or any other content on the Website.
  • Any technical issues, including website downtime, data delays, or platform malfunctions.
  • Any losses resulting from market volatility, leverage, liquidity issues, counterparty default, operational failures, or regulatory changes.

8. Consent to Risk & Acknowledgement

By accessing and using this Website, you expressly agree to the following:

  • You assume full and sole responsibility for all of your trading decisions and their consequences.
  • You acknowledge that you are fully aware of the substantial risks involved in forex and CFD trading, including the potential for losses exceeding your deposited funds.
  • You waive any and all claims against the Website, its authors, contributors, affiliates, and partners for any losses or damages arising from your use of the Website or your trading activities.
  • You are trading at your own risk.

9. Updates & Revisions

This Risk Disclaimer may be revised or updated at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website following any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

10. Governing Law

This disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Hong Kong. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this disclaimer shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong.

11. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Risk Disclaimer, please contact us at: Our official contact us page.

Final Notice: Trading financial markets, particularly forex and CFDs, carries inherent risks of severe capital loss. If you are unwilling or unable to accept these risks, do not trade.

For further guidance, consult a licensed financial advisor.