Editorial policy and methodology
How we research, source, review and update every article.
Sources come first
We build articles on primary sources: regulator publications, central bank and BIS research, peer-reviewed papers, exchange technical specifications, rule filings and official statistics. When we rely on secondary reporting we say so. Statistics are attributed in the text and listed under “Sources and further reading”.
Answer first, then evidence
Each major section opens with a short, direct answer to the question it addresses, followed by the mechanics, the evidence and the practical implications. This structure is designed to make our work easy to scan, cite and verify.
Accuracy and review
Every article is checked against its sources before publication. Numbers that differ between versions of a source (for example a working paper and its journal version) are flagged. We do not publish return claims, performance promises or unverifiable anecdotes as facts.
Updates and corrections
Market structure changes. Each article shows its publication and last-updated dates, and we revise articles when rules, venues or evidence change. Material corrections are noted in the article.
Independence and conflicts of interest
Westernpips Pro is operated by the team behind Westernpips trading software. Our research does not recommend specific commercial products, and we do not accept payment for coverage. Where our parent company’s business is relevant to a topic, we disclose it.
Not investment advice
Our content explains how markets work. It is not investment, legal or tax advice and should not be relied on as such.