Agent skill

Forex List

by OctagonAI in OctagonAI/skills

Retrieve a full listing of actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market using Octagon MCP.

MITAuto-check passedBusiness, Finance & HR

Install Forex List

skills CLI
$ npx skills add OctagonAI/skills --skill forex-list -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install OctagonAI/skills forex-list --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/OctagonAI/skills.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/skills/forex-list .claude/skills/forex-list && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
forex-list
GitHub stars
127
Token cost
~1.9k tokens
SKILL.md length
693 words
Files
5 (incl. references)
Skills in repo
53
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
MIT

At a glance

Retrieve a full listing of actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market using Octagon MCP.

  • Works in 4 steps: Define Scope → Execute Query via Octagon MCP → Expected Output → …
  • Researching forex markets
  • SKILL.md covers Prerequisites, Workflow, Example Queries and Currency Pair Categories, plus 6 more sections
  • Instructions only: no scripts, shell commands, URLs or credentials in SKILL.md

What it does

Forex List is an agent skill from OctagonAI/skills. Retrieve a full listing of actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market using Octagon MCP. Use when researching forex markets, understanding currency pair categories, analyzing major/minor/exotic pairs, and identifying trading opportunities.

Its SKILL.md is about 1.9k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. The skill folder holds 5 other files, including reference files (for example `README.md`, `marketplace.json` and `references/interpreting-results.md`).

It sits in Business, Finance & HR, covering Trading and backtesting and MCP servers. It works with Model Context Protocol. The repository describes itself as: A collection of Claude skills for agentic financial research by Octagon. The licence is MIT.

When your agent uses it

  • Researching forex markets
  • Understanding currency pair categories
  • Analyzing major/minor/exotic pairs
  • Identifying trading opportunities

Example prompts

  • “/forex-list”

Workflow steps

4 steps, taken from the step headings in SKILL.md.

  1. Define Scope
  2. Execute Query via Octagon MCP
  3. Expected Output
  4. Interpret Results

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit 51e938c. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves nothing: there is no allowed-tools line, so your agent's usual permission prompts apply.

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    No scripts in the folder and no shell commands in SKILL.md (its code samples are json).

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    No URLs in SKILL.md.

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Forex List loads about 1.9k tokens when it runs, and up to ~4.4k if it reads all its reference files. Until then it costs about 66 tokens; SKILL.md has 693 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~66
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~1.9k
With references · SKILL.md plus every file in references/, read only if the agent opens them
~4.4k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); files beside SKILL.md are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from OctagonAI/skills at commit 51e938c, republished under its MIT licence (© OctagonAI). 693 words, ~1,916 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/forex-list/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 4 other files; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
forex-list
description
Retrieve a full listing of actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market using Octagon MCP. Use when researching forex markets, understanding currency pair categories, analyzing major/minor/exotic pairs, and identifying trading opportunities.

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 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:

Retrieve a full listing of actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market.

MCP Call Format:

json
{
  "server": "octagon-mcp",
  "toolName": "octagon-agent",
  "arguments": {
    "prompt": "Retrieve a full listing of actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market."
  }
}
3. Expected Output

The agent returns categorized currency pair information:

Currency PairDescription/Reason for Activity
EUR/USDMost liquid pair, Eurozone and U.S. economic interdependence
GBP/USDHigh liquidity, sensitive to U.K./U.S. macroeconomic data
USD/JPYJapanese Yen safe-haven status, U.S. interest rates
AUD/USDCommodity price trends, Australian/U.S. economic cycles
USD/CHFSwiss Franc safe-haven, U.S. monetary policy
CAD/USDOil prices, North American economic indicators
EUR/CHFRange-bound markets, Euro-Swiss Franc correlations
AUD/NZDCross-Pacific trade, commodity-linked volatility

Data Sources: octagon-crypto-agent, octagon-web-search-agent

4. Interpret Results

See references/interpreting-results.md for guidance on:

  • Understanding currency pair categories
  • Analyzing liquidity and volatility
  • Identifying key drivers
  • Selecting pairs for trading

Example Queries

Full Listing:

Retrieve a full listing of actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market.

Major Pairs:

List the major currency pairs with USD.

Cross Pairs:

What are the most liquid cross currency pairs?

Exotic Pairs:

List emerging market currency pairs.

Specific Focus:

Which currency pairs are most sensitive to oil prices?

Currency Pair Categories

Major Pairs (USD Based)
PairBase/QuoteNickname
EUR/USDEuro / US DollarFiber
GBP/USDBritish Pound / US DollarCable
USD/JPYUS Dollar / Japanese YenGopher
USD/CHFUS Dollar / Swiss FrancSwissie
AUD/USDAustralian Dollar / US DollarAussie
USD/CADUS Dollar / Canadian DollarLoonie
NZD/USDNew Zealand Dollar / US DollarKiwi
Cross Pairs (Non-USD)
PairBase/QuoteCategory
EUR/GBPEuro / British PoundEuro Cross
EUR/JPYEuro / Japanese YenEuro Cross
EUR/CHFEuro / Swiss FrancEuro Cross
GBP/JPYBritish Pound / Japanese YenPound Cross
AUD/JPYAustralian Dollar / Japanese YenYen Cross
AUD/NZDAustralian Dollar / New Zealand DollarCommodity Cross
Exotic Pairs
PairBase/QuoteRegion
USD/MXNUS Dollar / Mexican PesoAmericas
USD/ZARUS Dollar / South African RandAfrica
USD/TRYUS Dollar / Turkish LiraEurope/Asia
USD/SGDUS Dollar / Singapore DollarAsia
EUR/PLNEuro / Polish ZlotyEurope
USD/HKDUS Dollar / Hong Kong DollarAsia

Understanding Currency Pairs

Base vs. Quote Currency
EUR/USD = 1.10
ComponentIn Example
Base CurrencyEUR (first)
Quote CurrencyUSD (second)
Meaning1 EUR = 1.10 USD
If pair risesBase strengthens
If pair fallsBase weakens
Bid/Ask Spread
ConceptDescription
BidPrice to sell base
AskPrice to buy base
SpreadAsk - Bid (cost to trade)

Liquidity and Volume

By Daily Volume
TierPairsTypical Volume
Tier 1EUR/USDHighest
Tier 2USD/JPY, GBP/USDVery High
Tier 3AUD/USD, USD/CAD, USD/CHFHigh
Tier 4Cross PairsModerate
Tier 5Exotic PairsLower
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Spread Implications
LiquidityTypical Spread
Very High (EUR/USD)0.5-1 pips
High (USD/JPY)1-2 pips
Moderate (Crosses)2-5 pips
Low (Exotics)5-50+ pips

Key Drivers by Pair

EUR/USD Drivers
FactorImpact
ECB PolicyEuro direction
Fed PolicyUSD direction
EU Economic DataGrowth, inflation
US Economic DataEmployment, GDP
Risk SentimentDollar haven flows
USD/JPY Drivers
FactorImpact
BoJ PolicyYen direction
Fed PolicyUSD direction
Risk AppetiteYen weakens on risk-on
Yield DifferentialsCarry trade flows
Intervention RiskBoJ action
Commodity Currency Drivers
PairKey Commodity Link
AUD/USDIron ore, gold
USD/CADOil prices
NZD/USDDairy, agriculture

Trading Sessions

Session Times (UTC)
SessionHoursKey Pairs
Sydney21:00-06:00AUD, NZD
Tokyo00:00-09:00JPY pairs
London07:00-16:00EUR, GBP
New York12:00-21:00USD pairs
Overlap Periods
OverlapHighest Volatility Pairs
London/New YorkEUR/USD, GBP/USD
Tokyo/LondonEUR/JPY, GBP/JPY
Sydney/TokyoAUD/JPY, NZD/JPY

Volatility Characteristics

By Pair Type
TypeVolatilityPredictability
MajorsModerateHigher
CrossesVariableModerate
ExoticsHighLower
Typical Daily Ranges
PairAvg Daily Range
EUR/USD50-100 pips
GBP/USD80-150 pips
USD/JPY50-100 pips
GBP/JPY100-200 pips
Exotics100-500+ pips

Common Use Cases

Market Overview
What are the most actively traded forex pairs?
Trading Selection
Which pairs have the tightest spreads?
Risk Analysis
Which currency pairs are most volatile?
Correlation Study
What pairs move together with oil prices?
Session Planning
What pairs are most active during Asian session?

Analysis Tips

  1. Start with majors: Most liquid, tightest spreads.

  2. Understand correlations: EUR/USD and USD/CHF often inverse.

  3. Match session to pair: Trade pairs during their active hours.

  4. Consider spreads: Exotics cost more to trade.

  5. Know the drivers: Central banks, data releases, geopolitics.

  6. Monitor risk sentiment: Affects safe-haven flows.

Integration with Other Skills

SkillCombined Use
forex-quoteReal-time pair prices
commodities-quoteCommodity currency context
stock-historical-indexRisk sentiment context
sector-performance-snapshotGlobal macro view

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Files

SKILL.md and 4 other files (references) in skills/forex-list of OctagonAI/skills.

  • SKILL.md
  • README.md
  • marketplace.json
  • references/interpreting-results.md
  • references/mcp-setup.md

Open the folder on GitHubat commit 51e938c

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Questions about Forex List

What does Forex List do?

Retrieve a full listing of actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market using Octagon MCP. Forex List is an agent skill from OctagonAI/skills. Retrieve a full listing of actively traded currency pairs in the global forex market using Octagon MCP.

When should I use Forex List?

Forex List fits situations like: researching forex markets; understanding currency pair categories; analyzing major/minor/exotic pairs; identifying trading opportunities.

How do I install Forex List in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add OctagonAI/skills --skill forex-list -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/forex-list in OctagonAI/skills) into .claude/skills/forex-list in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Forex List in Codex?

Run `npx skills add OctagonAI/skills --skill forex-list -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/forex-list in OctagonAI/skills) into .agents/skills/forex-list in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Forex List in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add OctagonAI/skills --skill forex-list -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/forex-list, .gemini/skills/forex-list, .github/skills/forex-list and .opencode/skills/forex-list in your project.

What does Forex List need to run?

SKILL.md names no scripts, command-line tools or credentials: Forex List is instructions for the agent only.

Does Forex List access the network?

SKILL.md contains no URLs. Any network use would come from the scripts or tools the agent runs. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Forex List safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. Review the folder before installing.

What licence does Forex List use?

Forex List is published under the MIT licence (the repository's licence). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Forex List use?

About 1.9k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 7.7k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full. Its references folder adds about 2.5k tokens, read only when the agent opens those files.

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Who maintains Forex List?

OctagonAI (a GitHub organization) maintains it in OctagonAI/skills, which has 127 GitHub stars. The repository holds 53 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on June 5, 2026.

Source: OctagonAI/skills on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.