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Futures 101

How to Identify the Best Futures Broker for You

The futures markets are dynamic, ever-evolving environments. Securing the services of a competent brokerage firm is a necessity when attempting to...

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Futures 101

The Basics Of Day Trading E-mini Products

The lineup of futures products available for trade on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) provides a wide variety of asset classes. From...

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Futures Trading

What Is The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission?

Established in the mid-1970s, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is the go-to authority for American exchange-traded derivatives....

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Futures Trading

Why It Is Important to Work With a Futures Broker

If you don’t have a background in finance, the futures markets can seem intimidating. Given the complexities of active trading, it’s a great idea to...

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Futures 101

What Makes Gold Valuable?

Gold has been a standard of wealth for centuries. Prosperous nations dating back to 3000 B.C. have viewed it as a source of riches or form of...

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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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Recession

Do Gold Prices Always Go Up During a Recession?

According to Forbes contributor David Rodeck, a recession is a “significant decline in economic activity that lasts for months or even years.”...

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Futures Spread 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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Futures 101

3 Advantages To Trading Leverage With The E-Minis

Financial leverage is the use of debt to secure additional assets. Businesses and individuals both implement leverage. For example, if you have a car...

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Futures 101

Not All E-mini Futures Contracts Are the Same

The futures markets offer a variety of advantages simply not found in other venues. Unquestionably, one of the largest is the diversity of trading...

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