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Trader's Desk
Welcome to the Trader's Desk. While my main focus remains on dissecting the macro and technical landscape of gold, I know that successful trading is never just about finding a directional bias. It is a synthesis of raw execution, reliable institutional infrastructure, psychological endurance, and the rigorous management of human impulse. This section is dedicated entirely to the mechanics of how we trade gold, featuring unfiltered broker reviews (IC Markets, IC Trading, FTMO), mobile execution risks, tested strategies, and the trader's mindset.
Trader's Desk
FTMO Review: Why I Trade Gold With This Prop Firm
I dive deep into the FTMO ecosystem, from the OANDA acquisition to the new FTMO Futures, explaining why their Swing Challenge is my top choice for trading.
2026-09-11
Trader's Desk
IC Trading Review: An Honest Look at the Offshore Broker
I dive deep into IC Trading, exploring its Mauritius regulation, MT5 spreads, and how it differs from the main IC broker. Is this offshore entity right for you?
2026-09-11
Trader's Desk
IC Markets Review 2026: An Independent Trader’s Verdict
After nearly a decade of trading XAU/USD, here is my honest IC review. I cover raw spreads, MT5 execution, 1:5000 leverage, and regulation.
2026-09-08
Trader's Desk
FTMO 2-Step vs Futures: A Gold Trader’s Guide (Beta)
Evaluating the new FTMO Futures Beta. I compare the $50K Futures to the $25K MT5 challenge, exploring trailing drawdowns, consistency, and XAU/USD vs MGC.
2026-09-02
Trader's Desk
Best Time to Trade Gold: Your XAU/USD Golden Window
Discover the best time to trade gold. I break down the London-New York overlap and why the Wall Street cash open is my ultimate XAU/USD trading window.
2026-09-02
Trader's Desk
Why I Stopped Trading XAU/USD on My Mobile Phone
Trading gold on a mobile phone removes friction but increases behavioural risk. Here is why I moved my XAU/USD trading strictly to a desktop setup.
2026-09-01