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Trading Strategy

Learn the Difference Between a Stop Order and a Limit Order

In futures trading, order type matters. Markets, limits, and stops are three varieties of orders implemented to enhance strategic efficacy. In this...

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Tips & Strategies

Futures Trading Skills to Get You Started

Like most other professions, futures trading requires individuals to possess a few core competencies before they can achieve success. In this...

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Tips & Strategies

How to Overcome Analysis Paralysis Within Your Trading Strategy

In the arena of active futures trading, technical analysis is king. It’s certainly a popular and viable trading methodology, but the discipline has...

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Futures Trading

What Is the E-mini S&P Trading Secret?

Update – this post was written before the launch of CME’s newest product – the Micro E-Mini. Here’s a link to a Micro E-mini resources page.

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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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