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Futures contracts are leveraged securities that enable traders to control a large quantity of an underlying asset with minimal cash. To facilitate these transactions, the trader makes a good-faith deposit known as a margin. If you’re going to trade futures, then it is important to understand that margins are dynamic―as market conditions evolve, so do… Read more.
Unlike Wall Street, the futures markets are open for business on a near-24/5 basis. For the active trader, these extended futures hours open the door to countless opportunities and strategic possibilities. Let’s take a look at the essential tenets of overnight trading. The U.S. Overnight Session The rise of the electronic marketplace has given futures… Read more.
The rise of the electronic marketplace has created many advantages for the active trader, including increased liquidity, ease of market access, and an abundance of opportunities.
For most people who are gainfully employed, longer hours typically equate to greater financial rewards. Whether the motivation is to receive overtime pay or to earn a promotion, dedication in the workplace is a precursor to financial success. However, for active futures traders, this approach isn’t always effective. Although putting adequate time into the markets… Read more.