Each has different costs, hours, volatility and learning curves. Which would you recommend to a newcomer and why? Share what you started with, what you would do differently, and what mistakes you made early on.
For a newcomer, I would recommend Forex trading on a demo account first, before risking real money. It allows you to learn market structure, risk management, and discipline without putting your capital at risk.
I started with Forex, and if I could do things differently, I would focus more on mastering one strategy, backtesting it, and keeping a trading journal before rushing to make profits.
Some early mistakes I would avoid are overtrading, risking too much per trade, changing strategies too often, and allowing emotions to influence my decisions. I’ve learned that consistency and patience matter more than chasing quick profits. My advice to beginners is to focus on learning and protecting capital first; profitability comes with time and experience.
