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Education

Is Human Psychology Affecting Your Trading Skills?

The human element is often the factor that determines whether a trader achieves success in the marketplace. Unless you recognize the many challenges...

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Futures Trading

The Dos and Don'ts of Using Your Smartphone for Futures Trading

Although the history of the smartphone only dates to 2007, it has had an immeasurable impact on all of our lives, from the way we communicate to the...

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Futures Trading

Using Moving Averages in Futures Trading

One the most popular and versatile tools of technical analysis is the moving average (MA). MAs are classified as “lagging” indicators, meaning that...

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Pivot Points

Using Pivot Points in Futures Trading

The futures markets are fast-paced environments that require discipline and insight to successfully navigate. In order to achieve a winning...

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Futures Spread Trading

Futures Spread Trading

In the world of finance, “spread” has several definitions, every one unique to the specific asset class or security being traded. Although each of...

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Futures Options

Factors that Determine the Value of a Futures Option

If you are looking to buy high-end exercise equipment, you would research and analyze its features and technologies before making a purchase. After...

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Position Size

How to Calculate the Optimal Position Size

Perhaps the most important question a trader will face is “How much risk do I assume on the next trade?” A fundamental driver of risk is position...

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Stocks vs. Futures

The Differences Between Stocks and Futures

When it comes to deciding between stocks and futures, it’s not like you are suddenly between a rock and a hard place. That’s because both investment...

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Futures Trading

When To Exit A Profitable Futures Trade

The current futures marketplace is a dynamic environment, featuring substantial and rapid swings in asset pricing. Traders often make the choice to...

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Futures Trading

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...

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