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Daniels Trading is an independent futures brokerage firm located in the heart of Chicago’s financial district. Established by renowned commodity trader Andy Daniels in 1995, Daniels Trading is built on a culture of trust committed to the firm’s mission of Independence, Objectivity and Reliability.

About Daniels Trading

Daniels Trading is an independent futures brokerage firm located in the heart of Chicago’s financial district. Established by renowned commodity trader Andy Daniels in 1995, Daniels Trading is built on a culture of trust committed to the firm’s mission of Independence, Objectivity and Reliability.

What Is a Butterfly Spread Option Strategy?

What Is a Butterfly Spread Option Strategy?

February 25, 2021 by Daniels Trading

Butterfly spread strategies give traders powerful ways to engage the futures and options markets. Featuring applications for trading both bullish and bearish opinions, these types of spreads are ideal for limiting risk while pursuing nearly any financial goal. However, be forewarned―the market doesn’t hand out free lunches, and spread trading is no exception.

Learn How to Become a Scalper in Options Trading

Learn How to Become a Scalper in Options Trading

February 24, 2021 by Daniels Trading

Scalping is a short-term trading strategy in which the trader repeatedly takes small profits to secure market share. Although forex and equities products attract many scalper traders, futures and options are also ideal markets for the implementation of this powerful methodology. Let’s take a closer look at scalping and what is required to make money… Read more.

Global Economic Prospects Continue to Improve on Declining Infection Rates and Stimulus Hope

Global Economic Prospects Continue to Improve on Declining Infection Rates and Stimulus Hope

February 22, 2021 by Daniels Trading

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Learn the Basics of How to Trade Within the Small Exchange

Learn the Basics of How to Trade Within the Small Exchange

February 18, 2021 by Daniels Trading

For active traders, each market presents a wide range of unique functionalities. Margin requirements, expiration dates, business hours, and applied leverage are a few attributes that differ from product to product. If you’re not up to speed on the nuances of your particular market, then costly mistakes are inevitable.

Global Economy Continues to Show Positive Traction

Global Economy Continues to Show Positive Traction

February 16, 2021 by Daniels Trading

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Determine Which Small Exchange Futures Products Are Best for Your Trading Strategy

Determine Which Small Exchange Futures Products Are Best for Your Trading Strategy

February 15, 2021 by Daniels Trading

A trading strategy is a rules-based, structured approach to the buying and selling of securities on the open market. The key components of any trading strategy are time horizon, risk versus reward, and product. No matter what your approach to the markets may be, these three factors will largely dictate how, when, why, and what… Read more.

Interested in Trading the Small Exchange’s Futures Products?

Interested in Trading the Small Exchange’s Futures Products?

February 11, 2021 by Daniels Trading

One of the greatest misconceptions about active trading is that you must “trade big” to make money. This is simply not the case. The lineup of products available on the Small Exchange can help you pursue nearly any financial goal. No matter whether your specialty is stocks, commodities, bonds, or currencies, the Smalls offer countless… Read more.

Learn How to Diversify Your Forex Trading Through the Small Exchange

Learn How to Diversify Your Forex Trading Through the Small Exchange

February 9, 2021 by Daniels Trading

The Small Exchange is an exciting new marketplace that offers traders a collection of innovative derivatives products. No matter whether you trade stocks, energies, metals, bonds, or currencies, there is a Small market ideal for your needs. One contract in particular, the Small US Dollar (SFX), provides forex traders many speculative and risk management opportunities.… Read more.

Economic Optimism Remains Despite Potential for Headwinds in Commodities

Economic Optimism Remains Despite Potential for Headwinds in Commodities

February 8, 2021 by Daniels Trading

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Chart Patterns for Day Trading

Chart Patterns for Day Trading

February 3, 2021 by Daniels Trading

Market traders commonly use chart patterns to identify positive-expectation trading opportunities. When used in conjunction with other indicators, such as support and resistance levels, chart patterns can be powerful tools for generating profits. No matter whether you favor an open-high-low-close (OHLC) or candlestick format, understanding how to use chart patterns for day trading is valuable.… Read more.

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