Why Do Philippine Forex Traders Choose MetaTrader 4?

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Forex trading is getting more and more popular worldwide. According to statistics, the daily turnover of the market for the period 2016-2019 increased from $5.1 to 6.6 trillion. Experts attribute this trend to the 24-hour Forex trading ability from anywhere with an Internet connection.

To conduct transactions about 54% of traders use MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5 platforms. MT4 is more popular due to its simple interface. They also use MetaTrader 4 a lot in the Philippines. To get acquainted with this platform, experts recommend choosing trusted brokerage websites (for example, fbs.com). This approach will prevent merchants from losing money.

Key MetaTrader 4 Benefits

MT4 is suitable for beginners and experienced traders. This is due to easy navigation and the availability of quality support. Among other advantages, there are:

Availability of different language versions — thanks to this, traders from different countries can use the platform in their mother tongue.

Presence of extensive charting options — MT4 provides the visitors with many useful tools for this. Such a benefit makes it possible to analyze the technical aspects of the market more deeply.

Quick access to main functions — thanks to this, a trader can receive information about the account state, the transaction history, etc. in seconds.

Expert Advisors availability — this is a built-in add-on that automatically provides business councils (where necessary).

In addition, it’s important to mark a modern communication tools presence. The advantage makes it possible to arrange multiple long chains of messages.

Ability to Personalize the Platform and High Safety Level

It’s also worth noting that MT4 can be configured individually according to the trader’s needs. The user can create personal indicators and electronic advisors. This makes the trading process incredibly convenient.

The user's personal information and ongoing transactions are encrypted using advanced digital security protocols. Thus, the account hacking or leakage of personal data probability when using MT4 is close to zero.

Easy to Install and Remove

For the program MT4 installation, a trader needs only to:

Download the setup file (.exe). It takes several minutes.

Launch the downloaded file. After that, it’s needed to follow the installers instructions.

Create a demo or real account. The trader should enter the actual personal information for it. Before the users start trading, they need to familiarize themselves with the terms and conditions.

For MT4 deleting, a trader should go to the All Programs menu and click the corresponding button next to MetaTrader 4. Then the user has to delete the data folder of the same name on drive C. To receive more information about the removal process, visit, for example, the FBS website.

MetaTrader 4 System Requirements

For launching MT4, the user’s PC should have the following characteristics:

CPU with a frequency of 1.7 GHz or higher;

free hard drive space of at least 50 MB;

RAM equals 256 MB or more.

MetaTrader 4 may be launched on Windows, macOS, or Linux. Also, there are mobile MT4 versions for iOS and Android. The platform is compatible with Chrome, Opera, Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Safari browsers.

SSS asks members, employers to keep online login details to themselves

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Social Security System (SSS) President and CEO Michael G. Regino today urged members, pensioners, and employers of the state-pension fund to secure their login credentials on the My.SSS portal and other personal information to protect their accounts from fraudulent transactions.

Regino issued the reminder following several complaints from SSS members that their accounts with the My.SSS were being subjected to fraudulent transactions perpetuated by scammers and other unscrupulous persons.   One of the reasons why such fraudulent transactions occur, SSS insiders noted, was the tendency of some members to share their login credentials with unauthorized persons. These login information, Regino noted, should be kept confidential by accountholders to protect themselves from scammers.   Regino likened the SSS login credentials to the Personal Identification Number (PIN) that bank depositors use to access their accounts at the Automated Teller Machines (ATM). An ATM card PIN is a multi-digit number required at bank ATMs for carrying out transactions and is initially provided by the banks. This PIN can be reset or changed to a new PIN by the card owner but is kept as a strictly confidential information by the user.    “We have asked our stakeholders not to share their usernames, passwords, and other login details on their My.SSS accounts to unauthorized individuals. Giving your username and password to another person is like sharing your ATM PIN,” Regino said. “Anyone with this information could use your My.SSS account to avail of monetary benefits without your authorization.”   The SSS chief cited a case wherein a member sought the assistance of another person while trying to create and access his My.SSS account on the Internet. It turned out that the person from whom the SSS member sought for help is a fixer and scammer who later drew a salary loan from the account without his knowledge.   Regino also advised members not to entertain unofficial online groups in various platforms, like Facebook, that allegedly offer easier access to SSS online accounts and provided technical assistance for a fee to loan-seekers.   “We do not recognize these unofficial online groups, even those found on Facebook. We consider them illegal, and they cannot facilitate SSS transactions on behalf of our members,” Regino said.   He added that online transactions and services offered by the SSS portals are free, except when a member is requesting for a replacement of the Unified Multi-purpose ID Card (UMID), which carries a minimal fee.   Regino said members may visit the E-center in local branches and they will be assisted by SSS employees in their online transactions. “All our branches have an E-center containing several computers connected to the Internet. We have employees stationed there who are ready to help our members in creating and accessing their My.SSS account as well as guide them navigating and using the online portal for their transactions.”   Regino said the SSS management also regularly update its online facilities, such as the My.SSS Portal and SSS Mobile App, to better serve its members. In 2021, the Mobile App was redesigned to make it more user-friendly and easier for members to navigate and conduct their online transactions through mobile phone facilities.   He also reminded members, pensioners, and employers that they cannot be held accountable for fraudulent transactions once a member connives with a fixer.   Under Republic Act No. 11032, or the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018, and Republic Act 11199, or the Social Security Act of 2018, make it illegal for members to engage the services of fixers.   SSS works closely with law enforcement agencies to curb the illegal activities of fixers. “We are determined to file charges against them who are taking advantage of our members and employers,” Regino concluded.   They may report these fixers or scammers to the Special Investigation Department (SID) through e-mail at fid@sss.gov.ph or at (02) 8924-7370.

Believe Pte raises $55M in Series C funding to continue its global mission of delivering breakthrough personal care and beauty products

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Till date, Believe has raised over US $80 million across three funding rounds and continues to treble revenue YoY 

Singapore-headquartered Believe Pte Ltd, a fast-growing consumer products company serving the global Muslim audience with brands spanning skincare, fragrances, make-up and hair care has raised Series C funding of US $55M from incoming investors Venturi Partners and IIFL AMC alongside continued participation from Jungle Ventures, Accel, Alteria Capital and Genesis Alternative Ventures. Investment from IIFL AMC is subject to approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). 

The Company (started in mid-2019) has delivered rapid growth in its relatively short history, thereby inspiring investor interest and has cumulatively raised over US$ 80M over the last two years.

The Series A and Series B fund raises were led by Accel and Jungle Ventures with participation from Wamda Capital, a Middle East based fund. The current Series C raise in Believe's third year of operation is led by Venturi Partners, a Singapore-based investment platform founded by veteran consumer investor Nicholas Cator. Venturi Partners enables consumer-facing business startups to build disruptive brands in sectors such as FMCG, education, health-tech, home improvement, etc. in India and Southeast Asia. IIFL AMC's private equity fund that has backed several leading consumer brands will also co-lead this round, subject to approval from SEBI.

This is Venturi's second investment and is a testament to the investment platform's expertise in identifying and supporting multi-geography, high-growth consumer brands with an online and offline presence. Nicholas Cator, Founder & Managing Partner at Venturi said, "We are excited to be backing the most experienced BPC founders in the region and have been extremely impressed by their ability to build a diversified portfolio of products and a unique distribution network during a pandemic. We are convinced that with its strong team and group of investors, Believe will become the leading global halal and clean BPC house of brands."

With the likes of Swiggy, Licious, Dailyhunt, and Country Delight in its portfolio, IIFL AMC looks to back market leaders and disruptors across businesses, while keeping sight of profitability at steady state. Chetan Naik, Fund Manager at IIFL AMC, said, "Believe has demonstrated unprecedented traction and growth in a very short period via its brands focused on the global markets in the BPC segment. With its unique positioning of halal based clean products (devoid of alcohol and animal ingredients), it has addressed the latent need of a large target market in a highly focused manner. Its growth is a testament to how a relevantly positioned brand with strong product efficacy creates resonance with its consumer and creates value for all. We are delighted to partner with the exceptional team at Believe for the company's next phase of growth."

Believe is a house of brands that includes Lafz, ZM and Dr.Rhazes. The brands have received incredible customer love in Bangladesh and India with a growing base in GCC countries. They are sold in over 8 countries and are manufactured across the globe including countries like South Korea, Italy, Spain, France, Germany and UAE.

While Lafz is the flagship premium brand crafted with traditional ingredients; ZM's vegan, cruelty free, single ingredient positioning finds popularity among the youthful and aspirational.

Believe's vision to create enduring brands consistent with consumers' belief systems while ensuring highest efficacy, quality and uniqueness drives its success across distribution formats in the Middle East and Asia. This fundraise will catalyze consolidating market share in Bangladesh and India (via strategic acquisitions) while deepening reach in GCC and South East Asia (through both organic and inorganic growth) paving the path to becoming a large global CPG conglomerate.

Ankit Mahajan, CEO of Believe PTE Ltd said, "We have received tremendous consumer love all the way from launching our first product in 2019 to witnessing 2.5x growth in last 1 year. Our 2000+ family of happy Believers is our eyes and ears to the ground that help us be nimble and responsive to consumer needs. We have created a relentless marketing organization that has the ability to identify consumer needs, use of 12-member strong R&D expertise to make fantastic products and then put our international supply chain to deliver global standard products to countries across the world."

IndigoEdge, Bangalore (India) headquartered investment bank focused on new age consumer brands was the sole advisor for this transaction.