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Can you explain the advantages and disadvantages of foreign currency time deposits as an investment?

Last Updated: October 08, 2009

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The National Futures Association has an online learning module about foreign currency trading. To access this publication, visit www.nfa.futures.org/forex_training/content/coverpage.htm.

Be advised that foreign currency investing requires an aggressive risk tolerance. Not only must you worry about the stability of the issuer of foreign securities, but there may be additional risks such as currency fluctuations and the political and economic stability of other countries.

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