A Forex Trader is a professional who buys and sells currencies in the foreign exchange (Forex) market to profit from fluctuations in currency values. They analyze global financial markets, economic indicators, and geopolitical events to make informed decisions about currency pairs.

Forex traders use various strategies, such as technical analysis (chart patterns, indicators) and fundamental analysis (economic reports, interest rates), to predict currency movements. They may trade on behalf of clients or manage their own portfolios. Forex traders typically work in fast-paced environments and need to manage risk effectively, leveraging tools like stop-loss orders, leverage, and margin trading to maximize profits and minimize losses.

These traders play a key role in the global economy, participating in one of the largest and most liquid financial markets.