Most global exchanges operate on weekdays, with varying hours by region. UK stock market opens at 8am, closes at 4:30pm Monday to Friday. Major exchanges make up over 87% of global market capitalization
Alternative investment includes various assets beyond traditional stocks and bonds. Real estate, commodities, and collectibles are among the oldest investment types. Alternative investments help diversify portfolios and reduce market volatility
Gold is measured in troy ounces, with one ounce equivalent to 31.1 grams. United States typically determines historical gold prices
EUR/USD is the most frequently traded currency pair, representing 25% of all trades. Euro is official currency of 19 eurozone countries, launched in 1999. Euro trades between 0.82 and 1.58 USD since launch