Differences Between Contango and Normal Backwardation in Commodity Futures
This blog covers common topics about contango and backwardation in the commodity markets. What they are? How they are different? What are their...
Read MoreThe Moving Average Ribbon
The Moving Average Ribbon indicator is a series of moving averages of different lengths plotted at the same time on a chart. The result is a ribbon...
Read MoreThe True Strength Index
The True Strength Index is an indicator that was developed by William Blau in the early 1990’s. It is a momentum-based indicator that was designed to...
Read MoreMake Your Stop Loss Order a 2 Lot!
“Man I am glad I got stopped out when I did…look where the market is trading now!” This is probably a true statement if the market really went in the...
Read MoreWhy Stop Orders Get Rejected
Stop orders are primarily used to protect losses on a position, lock in profits on a position, or enter a market on a breakout. Regardless of the...
Read MoreStops and Liquidity
Stop orders can be used in futures trading as a great way to help manage risk and protect losses, lock in profits, or enter the market on a breakout....
Read MoreIf I Enter on a Limit, Can I Place My Protective Stop at the Same Time?
A common question that new traders often ask is if it is acceptable to place a protective stop while simultaneously placing an order to enter on a...
Read MoreTax Advantages of Futures Trading
As we are all aware, tax season is now upon us and I am sure everybody could use some relief from the tax man, so what better time to learn about the...
Read MoreUsing Dojis for Short Term Trading
Doji bars are one of the single most useful single bar patterns that any trader can identify. They can be used for entries, exits, or to determine...
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