The global economy continues to grow—but under increased pressure
Solid Growth, Rising Risks The global economy will not be in a recession in 2026, but it is heading into a significantly more challenging environment. The International Monetary Fund forecasts global growth of 3.1% for 2026 and 3.2% for 2027. At the same time, the Fund expects global inflation to rise slightly again in 2026, […]
1000FTAD Charity – Giving the Gift of Education, Shaping the Future: Our Commitment in Uganda
Together with the Bamalaika project, we were able to support and help fund the construction and operation of a school in Uganda. The goal is to provide children from particularly difficult circumstances with access to education, meals, and a safe environment. Education that truly makes a difference. Feedback from Uganda clearly demonstrates what has already been achieved through this support […]
1000FTAD Executive Interview – Marcus Effland & Joachim Schrader, Stock Market Coach & Investor
In the latest Executive Interview, Marcus Effland sits down with Joachim Schrader to discuss developments in professional foreign exchange trading. The discussion focuses on the growing importance of automated strategies, technological requirements, and institutional investors’ expectations for modern trading solutions. Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qw10P2x6FAQ The interview makes it clear: Successful trading is based on the interplay of clearly structured […]
Option Days 2026: Numbers, Reality—and the Biggest Weakness in Trading
The 2026 Options Days once again demonstrated why they are among the most important events for options trading in the German-speaking world. With over 600 participants, more than 20 speakers, and a total of 16 expert presentations, the event not only imparted knowledge—it also highlighted one thing above all else: the reality of trading. In previous years, attendance had already exceeded […]
Market Commentary, March 2026
Energy Shock and a Strong USD: How Systematic FX Strategies Benefited from the Crisis International financial markets were marked by geopolitical shocks in March 2026. The escalation in the Middle East—particularly the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz—led to a global energy shock with oil prices exceeding $100. At the same time, trade tensions between the U.S., the […]
Insider Report | A Look Back at 2025 – and What’s Already in the Works for 2026
In the financial markets, milliseconds make all the difference. We operate in those split seconds—and in 2025, we demonstrated what that means in practice. It was a year of intensive development: new products, new markets, new technologies. And above all: new results that speak for themselves. This annual report documents each of these steps—honestly, comprehensively, and with a focus on […]
Latest News 2026: Project Updates, Performance & Expansion
2025 was the preparation phase—2026 is the implementation phase. In this article, we provide you with a comprehensive and transparent overview of all current developments: the performance of our live accounts, the status of our international expansion projects, and what’s next. If you’re wondering what has become of the announcements from our 2025 Year in Review, you’ll find all the answers here. […]
When Skepticism Turns into Conviction – The Story of Joachim Schrader
Sometimes a partnership doesn’t begin with enthusiasm, but with skepticism. That’s exactly how it was with Joachim Schrader. The connection was made through one of our sales directors. Joachim isn’t a typical investor—he’s an experienced stock market professional. As a trained banker specializing in stock trading, he traded actively on the DTB (German Futures Exchange) for many years. Over the course of the […]
A Look Behind the Scenes – The Sales Team at 1000FTAD
Numbers and strategies tell a story—but the people behind them tell the real one. This video gives you a personal glimpse into the 1000FTAD sales team: who the people are who work every day to support partners, investors, and customers on their journey—and what drives them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfn1EJNI7Lg At 1000FTAD, behind every […]
1000FTAD Executive Interview – Marcus Effland & Lucas Hantschick of GBE Brokers LTD.
Two Perspectives, One Topic: The Future of Institutional Forex Trading. In this executive interview, Marcus Effland, founder of 1000FTAD, and Lucas Hantschick of GBE Brokers LTD—one of the leading international brokers in the FX sector—come together. The conversation explores how technological innovation and professional brokerage infrastructure work together and what role automated trading strategies play in modern asset management. […]
