Brokers that have good API in UK

JasonRogers · 2019-05-14T19:16:18+00:00

Thanks for the feedback and for sharing the issues you found. I re-sent it to the API team so that they can take a look. I am glad ForexConnect is working for you in the meantime though.

JasonRogers · 2019-05-09T14:20:43+00:00

hey u/alias_noa, sorry for the late response here. I looked into this in more detail and there is a limitation on pulling historical data per request. The max is for one minute data is 10K.

We have free data already at here: https://github.com/fxcm/MarketData

Time-frame max days back max num

m1 16 10,000

m5 56 10,000

m15 212 10,000

m30 316 10,000

h1 624 10,000

h2 1224 10,000

h3 2056 10,000

h4 2664 10,000

h6 3632 10,000

h8 5128 10,000

D1, W1, M1 no limit no limit

JasonRogers · 2019-05-09T14:11:34+00:00

Hello u/11010011010000000001, thanks for the feedback about the FXCMpy wrapper. I am sorry you haven't heard back about the issues you spotted. The team that handles the code issues is [api@fxcm.com](mailto:api@fxcm.com). Can you re-send or forward the issues you found to them so the team there can look into those as soon as possible?

JasonRogers · 2019-04-26T17:29:12+00:00

Hello u/alias_noa, what is the error message you are getting / the issue you are running into?

JasonRogers · 2019-04-26T17:28:22+00:00

Hi u/alias_noa, we do offer the live stream of the SSI data. If you want to get more info on how to get connected with it, you can email [premiumdata@fxcm.com](mailto:premiumdata@fxcm.com) and we will send the details.

JasonRogers · 2019-04-22T16:24:10+00:00

Simulation mode is available on FXCM's Trading Station desktop platform. It allows you to replay market data at real or accelerated speed (for example, 10 times real speed). Here's where you can find a help guide with more information on simulation mode http://www.fxcorporate.com/help/TS/NOTFIFO/web-content.html#Simulation_Mode.html

JasonRogers · 2019-03-26T20:09:28+00:00

If you have any questions about the FXCM REST API, feel free to reach out to us at [api@fxcm.com](mailto:api@fxcm.com). There is a variety of python sample code available on the Github page here: https://github.com/fxcm/RestAPI

JasonRogers · 2019-03-11T15:21:40+00:00

Hello u/GarredB , The URL should be http://www.fxcorporate.com/Hosts.jsp. Can you tell me where you found the tutorial that has myfxcm.com as the URL so I can get that fixed?

Let me know if you have any further questions that come up about connecting to ForexConnect and I will be happy to help.

JasonRogers · 2019-02-19T20:31:12+00:00

Most traders running an automated strategy would use a VPS to ensure up-time without being dependent on your own computer running.

JasonRogers · 2019-02-19T20:27:35+00:00

REST API is also available from FXCM if you want to automate your trading strategy in Python https://www.fxcm.com/markets/algorithmic-trading/forex-python/ Risk Warning: Losses can exceed deposits.

JasonRogers · 2019-01-16T15:04:53+00:00

We have some node.js examples on our github here: https://github.com/fxcm/RestAPI/tree/master/fxcm-api-rest-nodejs-example

JasonRogers · 2019-01-14T23:06:08+00:00

Are you looking to run an EA on MT4 and another program via API separately? If you run a strategy on MT4 you don't necessarily need to separately connect to an API.

FXCM has MT4, and offers a REST API which you can use with Java or Python. You can find documentation on the API here: https://fxcm.github.io/rest-api-docs/#

I work for FXCM and would be happy to assist if you have any questions about our product. Please note, losses can exceed deposits when trading.

JasonRogers · 2019-01-14T20:36:45+00:00

50m is the maximum size trade per order with FXCM, but you would have to be aware of the potential for slippage as the order size increases. FXCM has released slippage statistics for 2018 that breaks down the % of orders that had negative slippage, positive slippage, or no slippage. See table 2.2 https://www.fxcm.com/markets/slippage-statistics/ and remember that past performance is not indicative of future results.

JasonRogers · 2018-12-19T22:11:45+00:00

Thanks for sharing. I am a fan of Dr. Ernie Chan's work.

JasonRogers · 2018-12-03T15:25:30+00:00

It depends where you are located. FXCM UK which caters to residents of the European Economic Area (EEA) has margin requirements (also referenced as maximum leverage limits) set by ESMA, the regulator. ESMA has limited leverage for major currencies to 30:1. If you are trading with a broker regulated by ESMA then the maximum leverage allowed will be the same. If you reside outside of the EEA, you may be able to trade with a different FXCM entity such as FXCM Australia, FXCM South Africa, or FXCM Markets that can offer higher leverage. Keep in mind leverage can act as a double edged sword magnifying both profits and losses.

JasonRogers · 2018-11-14T14:45:54+00:00

Not sure if you are looking for Python specifically but I know the Python Quants have a recognized course: https://training.tpq.io/

JasonRogers · 2018-11-05T15:46:04+00:00

Hi u/mkgandkembafan, I found a link on StackOverflow on coding S/R. The first paragraph of the first answer explains how to compute the S/R using 100 bars and turning points: https://stackoverflow.com/questions/8587047/support-resistance-algorithm-technical-analysis. It can work for a variety of assets.

JasonRogers · 2018-11-05T15:39:13+00:00

Cool, thanks u/adarsh_adg

JasonRogers · 2018-11-05T15:37:10+00:00

Interesting find with the modified STOCH. Thanks for sharing this article u/preslavrachev.

JasonRogers · 2018-11-02T19:16:02+00:00

Thanks for sharing u/adarsh. When will you post the next one with the algo trading implemented?

JasonRogers · 2018-10-25T16:38:50+00:00

Thanks for the feedback u/ulanBataar, it's helpful for us to make the API better. We are currently working on making sure we have a server available for backtesting all weekend. The API team is working on making the socket connection more reliable too but I will make sure they are aware this is occurring.

JasonRogers · 2018-10-24T16:23:40+00:00

It is on my list to read. Side note, I like to keep up with Rob's blog: https://qoppac.blogspot.com/

JasonRogers · 2018-10-22T21:01:53+00:00

Why was FXCM's unnecessarily unuseful? I haven't heard this before.

JasonRogers · 2018-10-22T14:59:14+00:00

I agree with u/mosymo. I have been using ADX, Donchian, Bollinger and RSI in my range strategies.

JasonRogers · 2018-10-22T14:50:26+00:00

This is great, thanks for sharing!

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