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Tips & Strategies

Top Tips for Trading Candlestick Patterns

Candlestick patterns are among the most frequently used technical tools by active futures traders. No matter the strategy―whether it is trend,...

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Futures Spread

How To Trade Futures Spreads Profitably

Once reserved only for institutional traders, spreads are gaining popularity among retail participants around the globe. Reduced margin requirements,...

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Tips & Strategies

Learn How to Trade Commodities Like a Pro

For anyone interested in learning how to trade commodities, there are several essential areas of study. First, it’s critical to select a market that...

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Futures 101

The Basics of Equity Futures Trading

Enjoying success in futures, options, forex, and equity trading requires a collection of unique attributes. And, although “buying low and selling...

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Futures Trading

Building An Edge: Trading Live Futures With The Potential To Win

By definition, a trading edge is an approach to the market that creates an advantage over other participants. Finding or designing such an advantage...

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Futures 101

Understanding the Key Components of a Futures Contract

Futures products come in all shapes and sizes, facing a broad spectrum of asset classes. However, no matter which futures contract you’re interested...

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Tips & Strategies

Trading Small Cap Stocks with E-Mini Russell 2000 Futures

If you’re interested in maximizing risk and reward, look no further than the Russell 2000 index. Comprising equity offerings nicknamed the “small...

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Futures 101

3 Easy Ways to Learn Futures Trading

When it comes to active trading, the learning curve is steep, and time is money. Getting up to speed as quickly as possible may be the most important...

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Trading Strategy

What Is It Like Being a Trader

The profession of trader is unlike any other in society. The hours are unconventional, pay varies greatly, and performance is always under the...

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Risk Management

Futures Trading Strategies That Optimize Risk vs Reward

No matter what your goals and resources are, having a structured approach to market entry, exit, and risk management is a necessity. Without this...

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