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Eurex Index Futures: A Liquid Global Marketplace

Stock traders, investors, and hedgers have long known the value of stock index futures. Traders can access exposures to an entire country’s equity...

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OHLC Charts vs. Candlestick Charts: Which Is Better?

One of the first steps to becoming a competent technical trader is to choose a suitable chart type. Active traders enjoy a variety of alternatives,...

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Tips & Strategies

How to Harness the Power of Moving Average Crossovers

A moving average is one of the most popular technical indicators. Traders frequently use them to discern trends, identify reversals, and locate...

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Purchasing Options

The Differences Between Buying vs Selling Options

From active speculation to risk management, traders take advantage of the unique flexibility of options on a routine basis. However, in contrast to...

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The Differences Between Stocks and Futures

When it comes to deciding between stocks and futures, it’s not like you are suddenly between a rock and a hard place. That’s because both investment...

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Futures Trading

The Ins And Outs Of Futures Calendar Spread Trading

No matter whether you’re an active speculator or a hedger, spreads can be a valuable addition to your comprehensive trading plan. Featuring limited...

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Tips & Strategies

How to Choose the Best Futures Broker For Futures Trading

Choosing a futures broker is one of the most important decisions you will make for your commodity futures and options trading account. Whether you...

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OHLC Charts vs. Candlestick Charts: Which Is Better?

One of the first steps to becoming a competent technical trader is to choose a suitable chart type. Active traders enjoy a variety of alternatives,...

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How to Identify and Trade Swing Highs and Swing Lows

Technical analysis is the study of past and present price action to project future market behavior. It’s a vastly popular discipline involving...

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Understanding the Different Asset Classes for Day Trading

The modern markets feature many tradable products, including stocks, cryptocurrencies, forex pairs, and futures. One of the most popular strategies...

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