Spring Resolutions for Traders
With the start of Spring, here are a few special resolutions to consider for successful trading from TradingMarkets contributor Larry Schneider.
Stock Index Futures Rollover
What are rollovers, and how do they affect the way you trade in the market? Here’s what you need to know about this unique market dynamic and its function in your tradin
Trading Mini Gold and Silver Futures
Tempted to jump on board in the commodity markets? Before you dive in, here’s another way to make significant profits in trading mini-sized future contracts on gold and silver.
5 Reasons to Trade the New Micro-Sized Currency Futures
Since March 23, 2009, the world of currency futures trading has added a new dimension known as Forex E-micro Futures, and aimed at the self-directed individual trader. TradingMarkets Contributor Larry Schneider takes a look at this E-micro currency futures and how it can work for your portfolio.
How Seasonalities Affect Futures Trades
The futures market trades on a seasonal pattern as the result of multiple factors such as planting and harvesting, weather conditions, etc. See how following seasonal trends can help you maximize your trading effectiveness.
The Necessity of Knowing how to Paper Trade
Simulators are a good way to get an idea of how to feel out a certain market, but they’re not intended to teach you how to trade.
Avoiding Errors: The Dumb and Avoidable Mistakes Traders Make
No one likes to lose money. Ever. But the veteran trader knows there are two kinds of losses. Those caused by being on the wrong side of the market and those caused by doing something dumb and avoidable.
Trading Opportunities in Non-Financial Futures Markets (Part 2)
Today, non-financial futures comprise only 20% of all U.S. futures trading volume. Nonetheless there are many exciting and vibrant markets to trade.
Trading Opportunities in Non-Financial Futures Markets (Part 1)
There is an old adage which states “Both bad news and good news is always good news for futures traders.”