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Futures 101

Futures Trading Trend Analysis 101: Death Cross versus the Golden Cross

A key aspect of any approach to futures trading is trend analysis. Being able to identify when a directional move in price is gaining steam or...

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Futures 101

Learn How to Day Trade

For most professions, on-the-job training (OJT) is a key part of the developmental process. Although this is certainly true for futures day traders,...

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Be Your Own Boss: Trading E-mini Futures for a Living

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Futures Trading

Understanding How to Use Bollinger Bands

Developed by John Bollinger in the 1980s, Bollinger Bands (BBs) are a popular public domain technical tool for active futures traders. No matter your...

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What’s the Difference Between Market Structure and Price Action?

At first, the concepts of market structure and price action can be a bit confusing. However, if you’re a technical trader or investor, understanding...

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Trading Floor Hand Signals: The Sign Language of Futures Trading

For decades, the world’s futures markets have been hotbeds of innovation. From the launch of countless derivatives products to the development of...

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Can You Make a Living Trading E-mini Futures?

Any veteran of the financial markets will likely agree to the common saying, “Active trading is the hardest way to make an easy buck.” You may or may...

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Open Interest vs. Volume Trading

Over the course of each calendar year, the Financial Information Association (FIA) measures and reports on the activity present in the global...

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Futures Contracts

What’s the Difference Between Forward and Futures Contracts?

From exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to forex pairs, a vast array of derivatives products help individuals pursue almost any financial goal. Two such...

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When Is Buying Futures Contracts a Good Idea?

If you’ve ever purchased a car, house, or other big-ticket item, then you’re aware of the commitment such an action entails. Buying futures contracts...

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