Hello and welcome! Timing really does play a massive role, especially for Filipino traders since the market rhythm changes as Asia hands over to Europe and later to the U.S. session. Spreads tighten and widen depending on liquidity, and if you don’t track these changes, costs can pile up in small but steady ways. A clean record of when you trade and what slippage looks like at different hours can highlight patterns that will help you improve.

If you’re looking to deepen your understanding, I’d suggest checking out the article on this site fintechnews.ph. It breaks down the core of what a forex trading platform actually does - displaying prices, accepting orders, and logging activity—and explains how timing connects with costs and fills. Go through that resource before deciding which platform setup best suits your trading style.