Forex List
Retrieve comprehensive information about actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market using the Octagon MCP server.
Prerequisites
Ensure Octagon MCP is configured in your AI agent (Cursor, Claude Desktop, Windsurf, etc.). See references/mcp-setup.md [blocked] for installation instructions.
Workflow
1. Define Scope
Determine which currency pair categories you want to explore:
- Majors: USD paired with major currencies
- Crosses: Major currencies without USD
- Exotics: Emerging market currencies
2. Execute Query via Octagon MCP
Use the octagon-agent tool with a natural language prompt:
MCP Call Format:
3. Expected Output
The agent returns categorized currency pair information:
Data Sources: octagon-crypto-agent, octagon-web-search-agent
4. Interpret Results
See references/interpreting-results.md [blocked] for guidance on:
- Understanding currency pair categories
- Analyzing liquidity and volatility
- Identifying key drivers
- Selecting pairs for trading
Example Queries
Full Listing:
Major Pairs:
Cross Pairs:
Exotic Pairs:
Specific Focus:
Currency Pair Categories
Major Pairs (USD Based)
Cross Pairs (Non-USD)
Exotic Pairs
Understanding Currency Pairs
Base vs. Quote Currency
Bid/Ask Spread
Liquidity and Volume
By Daily Volume
Spread Implications
Key Drivers by Pair
EUR/USD Drivers
USD/JPY Drivers
Commodity Currency Drivers
Trading Sessions
Session Times (UTC)
Overlap Periods
Volatility Characteristics
By Pair Type
Typical Daily Ranges
Common Use Cases
Market Overview
Trading Selection
Risk Analysis
Correlation Study
Session Planning
Analysis Tips
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Start with majors: Most liquid, tightest spreads.
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Understand correlations: EUR/USD and USD/CHF often inverse.
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Match session to pair: Trade pairs during their active hours.
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Consider spreads: Exotics cost more to trade.
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Know the drivers: Central banks, data releases, geopolitics.
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Monitor risk sentiment: Affects safe-haven flows.
