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How Does Summer Seasonality Impact Gasoline Futures?

How Does Summer Seasonality Impact Gasoline Futures?

October 28, 2021 by Daniels Trading

The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) offers the public a variety of energy products facing the commodity and refined fuel sectors. Among these listings are Reformulated Blendstock for Oxygenate Blending (RBOB) gasoline futures. Read on to learn more about CME RBOB futures, key market drivers, and how seasonality impacts asset pricing.

Breaking Down the Key Market Drivers of Canadian Dollar Futures

Breaking Down the Key Market Drivers of Canadian Dollar Futures

September 28, 2021 by Daniels Trading

For currency traders, CME FX futures offer a collection of diverse products and opportunities. Based on popular forex pairs such as the EUR/USD and USD/JPY, FX futures give active traders the ability to gain currency market exposure via standardized derivatives contracts. One of the most popular CME FX listings is Canadian dollar futures (6C). Based… Read more.

The Nuances of WTI Crude Oil Contract Specifications

The Nuances of WTI Crude Oil Contract Specifications

September 23, 2021 by Daniels Trading

The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is a global leader in the trade of derivative products. One of the CME’s most popular offerings is West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil. Listed as a standardized futures and options contract, WTI is the world’s benchmark for the trade of light sweet crude. For aspiring energy traders, understanding WTI… Read more.

Understanding CME Bitcoin and Micro Bitcoin Futures Contract Specifications

Understanding CME Bitcoin and Micro Bitcoin Futures Contract Specifications

September 21, 2021 by Daniels Trading

In addition to the crypto-cash markets, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) offers two distinct Bitcoin futures products: full-sized Bitcoin and Micro Bitcoin futures. Each features a collection of unique advantages designed to cater to both institutional and retail crypto traders. Read on to learn more about how standardized CME Bitcoin and Micro Bitcoin futures can… Read more.

Top Crude Oil Day Trading Indicators for Your Market Strategy

Top Crude Oil Day Trading Indicators for Your Market Strategy

September 17, 2021 by Daniels Trading

The global energy complex is a vast network that’s worth billions in daily trade. Within this asset class, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil is the premier futures product. On the CME alone, WTI crude oil futures average nearly 1.2 million contracts traded per session. Given its consistent depth and volatility, CME WTI crude oil… Read more.

How Can I Make Money Trading Options?

How Can I Make Money Trading Options?

September 14, 2021 by Daniels Trading

Over the past decade, online derivatives trading has exploded in popularity. In the first half of 2021, the Futures Industry Association (FIA) reported the total number of traded futures and options contracts reached 28.9 billion, up 32.1 percent year-over-year. Of this total, exchange-traded options accounted for much of the action. It’s an obvious point, but… Read more.

Top Tips for Selecting the Right Futures Trading Software

Top Tips for Selecting the Right Futures Trading Software

February 5, 2020 by Daniels Trading

Since the days of the ticker tape, traders have had a thirst for fast information and unfettered market access. With the advent of internet connectivity and software trading platforms, the modern marketplace now delivers an abundance of both to participants. Thanks to advanced technology, it’s never been a better time to be a trader.

4 Characteristics Of Powerful Futures Trading Charts

4 Characteristics Of Powerful Futures Trading Charts

December 2, 2019 by Daniels Trading

If your strategy depends on technical analysis, then designing powerful futures trading charts is the name of the game. In this post, we’ll break down four key chart characteristics that contribute to a clear, concise, and timely study of price action. 1.  User-friendly For technical traders, the pricing chart is the foundation on which they… Read more.

3 Steps to Opening Your First Online Futures Trading Account

3 Steps to Opening Your First Online Futures Trading Account

September 16, 2019 by Daniels Trading

The vastly reduced barriers to entry may be the biggest upside to trading in the contemporary futures marketplace. In comparison to decades past, it’s simple to begin buying and selling contracts on everything from soybean oil to the Dow Jones Industrial Average. In fact, you can open an online futures trading account in three routine… Read more.

The Ins and Outs of Gold Futures Margin

The Ins and Outs of Gold Futures Margin

September 9, 2019 by Daniels Trading

For active precious metals traders, the gold futures contracts listed on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) are the industry standard. Offering robust liquidity and consistent volatility, they are premier products for anyone interested in gold futures margin trading. From intraday scalping to swing trading strategies, bullion market participants rarely find the need to look outside… Read more.

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