Seasonality: The Impact on the Energy Markets
Seasonality refers to the fluctuations in the value of an asset in relation to the time of year. Although predicting the effect of its impact isn’t...
Read MoreGold: The Ultimate Safe-Haven Asset
When it comes to managing risk, gold has been a tried-and-true insurance policy for the bulk of human history. For producers, speculators, and...
Read MoreE-MINI RUSSELL 2000 FUTURE FAQS
The Russell 2000 (RUT) is a publicly traded equities index that is composed of a diverse cross-section of U.S. small-cap companies. Featuring...
Read MoreWho Owns the World’s Gold?
Gold has been a premium asset for centuries, acting both as a store of wealth and a means of exchange. Whether used in specie, a currency peg, or...
Read MoreGold and the Global Financial Crisis of 2008
The financial crisis of 2008 shook the foundations of traditional finance. For the first time since the Great Depression, the future viability of the...
Read MoreUnderstanding Oil Futures Leverage
A common saying in financial markets asserts that leverage is the quintessential double-edged sword. That axiom may never be more relevant than it is...
Read MoreA Market Overview of Metal Commodities
In commodity futures markets, gold, oil and corn typically grab the headlines, especially whenever there’s a surge in demand, concerns over supply or...
Read MoreA Quick Overview of the Types of Futures Markets
From coffee and crude oil to S&P 500 futures and Treasuries, many different types of markets are available to futures investors.
Read MoreA Quick Overview of the Types of Futures Markets
From coffee and crude oil to S&P 500 futures and Treasuries, many different types of markets are available to futures investors.
Read MoreLast Traded Price vs. Market Price: Defining the Difference
The market price and last traded price of a futures contract are often confused with one another. However, both have completely different meanings...
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