Cryptocurrency Q&A What is the difference between exchange rate and forex?

What is the difference between exchange rate and forex?

Stefano Stefano Wed Jan 08 2025 | 6 answers 1370
I'm confused about the difference between the terms 'exchange rate' and 'forex'. Could someone explain the distinction between these two concepts? What is the difference between exchange rate and forex?

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henry_taylor_architect henry_taylor_architect Fri Jan 10 2025
Exchange Rate represents the value of one currency when compared to another.

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Daniele Daniele Fri Jan 10 2025
It is a metric used to determine how much one currency is worth in terms of another.

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KDramaCharm KDramaCharm Fri Jan 10 2025
The Foreign Exchange market, also known as Forex, is a global financial market.

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Carlo Carlo Thu Jan 09 2025
Forex operates on a decentralized, over-the-counter basis.

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Dario Dario Thu Jan 09 2025
Participants in Forex buy, sell, exchange, and speculate on currencies.

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