
Trade Management Essentials: The Exit – Managing Stops and Targets
How difficult do you find it to enter into the market? If you think about it, “getting in” is not that difficult. The common problem that many...
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I Understand Stocks, But What About Futures?
I was at a party the other night when someone asked me what I do for a living. I responded that I was a commodities broker. This spurred them to ask,...
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Using Market Correlation Data to Diversify Your Portfolio
As most investors know, hundreds of strategies and ideas exist which can be used to capitalize on any market. Undoubtedly, everyone has a different...
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Locking in Profit by Purchasing Options
One of the most common things you’ll hear a futures trader say is, “Make sure you lock in profits with stops!” One thing some traders don’t realize...
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US Treasury Bonds and Notes: A Beginner’s Guide
All eyes are on the debt market these days. Volatility in the debt market is forcing investors and traders to shift their assets as the global...
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Using Covered Calls and Puts to Gain Trade Management Flexibility
What is a Covered Call or Covered Put? A covered call/put is an option strategy used by traders who hold a long/short futures position and sell a...
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Bear Put Spreads: An Alternative to Purchasing Puts
Options are a great way to get involved with the futures markets. One of the most popular ways to trade with options is to buy puts. This provides...
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Bull Call Spreads: An Alternative to Purchasing Calls
Options are a great way to get involved with the futures markets. One of the most popular ways to trade with options is to buy calls. This provides...
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Wheat By Any Other Name…
When it comes to trading wheat futures, it is paramount to know the types of wheat is out there and where to trade each variation. As the summer...
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