World currencies are exchanged in large because of international trade. For instance, consumers of one country purchase goods of another country. Also, when large companies do business with other global companies. Global investments and monetary diversification are additional reasons that make the FOREX market move.
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WHO REGULATES THE FOREX MARKET IN THE U.S.?
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WHERE IS THE CENTRAL LOCATION OF THE FOREX MARKET?
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