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US30 CFD vs. Micro E-mini Dow Futures (MYM): A Smarter Way to Trade the Dow

Key Takeaways US30 CFDs are broker-based and unregulated, while MYM Futures are exchange-traded, regulated, and fully legal for U.S. traders. MYM...

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XAU vs. Gold Futures: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters to Traders

Key Takeaways XAUUSD is spot gold traded via CFDs, while Gold Futures are exchange-traded contracts with standardized terms and full regulatory...

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Top 5 Features of the Best Futures Trading Platforms in 2025

No matter where you stand in your futures trading journey, your continued success relies on a capable and robust system for the execution and...

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Gold vs. US30 CFDs: What Forex Traders Need to Know About Trading XAU Futures

Key Takeaways CFDs like XAUUSD and US30 are not available to U.S. traders, but gold futures offer a compliant and powerful alternative. XAU futures...

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XAUUSD vs. 1 oz Gold Futures (1OZ): A Better Way to Trade Gold with Precision

Key Takeaways XAUUSD and 1OZ both offer 1 oz gold exposure, but 1OZ trades on a regulated U.S. futures exchange with transparent pricing. 1OZ is...

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Why the 2025 German Election Could Be a Big Opportunity for U.S. Traders in EURO STOXX 50® Futures

Key Takeaways Germany’s 2025 Federal Election (Feb. 23) could drive volatility in European markets, creating trading opportunities. EURO STOXX 50®...

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Understanding Political Risk: Why Futures Traders Should Care About Election Outcomes

For futures traders, political risk is more than just a buzzword—it’s a critical factor that can drive market volatility, shift asset prices, and...

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Trading Futures During Election Season: Strategies for New Traders

Navigating the futures market during a U.S. presidential election year can be tricky, especially for new traders. Election seasons tend to spark...

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The Best Commodity Trading Hours: Timing Is Everything

From cattle to copper , commodity futures provide market participants a variety of unique options. The diversity of these offerings allow active...

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The Origin and Evolution of the Commodity Futures Market: Part I

The 1983, Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd’s film, “Trading Places”, is a hilarious account of the ups and downs of the commodity futures market....

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