Cannon Futures Trading Blog

S&P 500 Futures Outlook, Commodities Support & Resistance Levels, & Economic Calendars

( Daily Commodity and Futures Market Update from Ilan Levy-Mayer - VP of Cannon Trading )

This Blog provides market outlook for different commodities and futures markets, mostly stock index futures, as well as support and resistance levels for Crude Oil futures, Gold futures, Euro currency and others. At times the daily blog will include educational information about different aspects of commodity and futures trading.

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Posts Tagged ‘e mini’

The Return of Traders Should Make for Better Market Rhythm, September 8th, 2010

Tuesday, September 7th, 2010

“An Odd Rhythm Today After the Long Weekend”

Market had some what of an odd rhythm today after the long weekend. We saw big moves in both currencies and bonds. I think that we should see clearer picture tomorrow as more traders will be back after Labor day + we have a few economic reports while today we did not have any reports.
Some levels to watch for tomorrows action from the hourly chart below.

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GOOD TRADING!

TRADING LEVELS

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This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time

Another great source for economic reports around the globe with “report importance indicator” at: http://www.forexfactory.com/calendar.php

Wednesday, September 8th 2010 – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

MBA Purchase Applications
7:00 AM ET

ICSC-Goldman Store Sales
7:45 AM ET

Redbook
8:55 AM ET

Quarterly Services Survey
10:00 AM ET

10-Yr Note Auction
11:00 AM ET

4-Week Bill Auction
11:30 AM ET

Beige Book
2:00 PM ET

Consumer Credit
3:00 PM ET

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

Will Stock Index Futures Upside Momentum Continue? September 7th, 2010

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

“We are Trading Right Against a Major Retracement Level at 1106.50″

I mentioned a couple of days ago that this morning report will determine if we can reach the 1100′s on the SP. Well the answer turned out to be YES. As always in the futures business the current question of what’s next is more important than the previous one….

Well we are trading right against a major retracement level at 1106.50.

As long as pull backs do NOT break 1093, my bias is to the upside. Tuesday should be interesting as we should get an indication if the upside momentum has more legs or not.

Until then, enjoy the long weekend, recharge. Keep in mind the regular session is closed Monday but there is a night session Sunday night and Monday night. More info below.

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Holiday schedule at:
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http://www.cannontrading.com/tools-weekly-newsletter.php#one
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and
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http://www.cmegroup.com/tools-information/holiday-calendar/files/2010-labor-day.pdf
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GOOD TRADING!

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This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time

Another great source for economic reports around the globe with “report importance indicator” at: http://www.forexfactory.com/calendar.php

Tuesday, September 7th 2010 – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

4-Week Bill Announcement
11:00 AM ET

3-Month Bill Auction
11:30 AM ET

6-Month Bill Auction
11:30 AM ET

3-Yr Note Auction
1:00 PM ET

Treasury STRIPS
3:00 PM ET

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

Unemployment Numbers are the Deciding Factor for Futures Trading, September 3rd, 2010

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

“It’s a Wild Ride, so Hang on with Everything You’ve Got!”

Unemployment numbers tomorrow will provide some action ahead of the long weekend.

Holiday schedule at:
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http://www.cannontrading.com/tools-weekly-newsletter.php#one
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and

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http://www.cmegroup.com/tools-information/holiday-calendar/files/2010-labor-day.pdf
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GOOD TRADING!

Trading Levels

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This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time

Another great source for economic reports around the globe with “report importance indicator” at: http://www.forexfactory.com/calendar.php

Friday, September 3rd 2010 – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

Employment Situation
8:30 AM ET

Dennis Lockhart Speaks
10:00 AM ET

ISM Non-Mfg Index
10:00 AM ET

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

Stock Index Futures Start September with a Rally, September 2nd 2010

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

September Started Out with an Impressive Rally!

The slew of reports due tomorrow and Friday, will determine if this market will visit 1093 followed by 1106
or if this is the extend of the bounce. If I had to guess based on the momentum, I would say there is a good chance we will visit the 1100 area but of course this is just a guess….

Daily chart of Mini SP 500 for your review.

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GOOD TRADING!

Trading Levels

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This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time

Another great source for economic reports around the globe with “report importance indicator” at: http://www.forexfactory.com/calendar.php

Thursday, Sept 2nd 2010 – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

Chain Store Sales

Monster Employment Index
6:00 AM ET

Jobless Claims
8:30 AM ET

Productivity and Costs
8:30 AM ET

Ben Bernanke Speaks
9:00 AM ET

Sandra Pianlto Speaks
9:05 AM ET

Factory Orders
10:00 AM ET

Pending Home Sales Index
10:00 AM ET

EIA Natural Gas Report
10:30 AM ET

3-Month Bill Announcement
11:00 AM ET

6-Month Bill Announcement
11:00 AM ET

3-Yr Note Announcement
11:00 AM ET

10-Yr Note Announcement
11:00 AM ET

30-Yr Bond Announcement
11:00 AM ET

10-Yr TIPS Auction
1:00 PM ET

Fed Balance Sheet
4:30 PM ET

Money Supply
4:30 PM ET

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

September May Provide More Volatility for Futures Market, September 1st 2010

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Wishing all of you a great trading month in September!

Since we start a new month, I thought a monthly chart of SP 500 would be appropriate for longer term view.
My overall stance is leaning towards the bear camp.

I think that 1000-1017 are is very important support and if we break below it can accelerate selling towards 941 level very fast. On the other hand as long as that support holds the market will trade in a wide range between the 1000 level and 1115 area.

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GOOD TRADING!

Trading Levels

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This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time

Another great source for economic reports around the globe with “report importance indicator” at: http://www.forexfactory.com/calendar.php

Wednesday, Sept 1st 2010 – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

Motor Vehicle Sales

MBA Purchase Applications
7:00 AM ET

Challenger Job-Cut Report
7:30 AM ET

ADP Employment Report
8:15 AM ET

ISM Mfg Index
10:00 AM ET

Construction Spending
10:00 AM ET

EIA Petroleum Status Report
10:30 AM ET

Elizabeth Duke Speaks
10:45 AM ET

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

The Time for Online Futures Trading is Now, August 31st 2010

Monday, August 30th, 2010

“A Recipe for a much Different Trading Day”

We have a full day of reports tomorrow, including FOMC MINUTES. that should be a recipe for a much
different trading day than we had today.

I would categorize today’s session, as lower volume, lower volatility but yet wide enough ranges on the stock indices to produce different set ups to go with the reversal trend. If I had to guess for tomorrow session, I would guess higher volatility with swings in both direction. Knowing what type of trading day you are in early enough or the type of personality the market is having on any certain trading day is HUGE in my opinion as different types of trading days require different approaches/ methods and trading style.

GOOD TRADING!

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This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time

Another great source for economic reports around the globe with “report importance indicator” at: http://www.forexfactory.com/calendar.php

Tuesday, August 31st – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

ICSC-Goldman Store Sales
7:45 AM ET

Redbook
8:55 AM ET

S&P Case-Shiller HPI
9:00 AM ET

Chicago PMI
9:45 AM ET

Consumer Confidence
10:00 AM ET

State Street Investor Confidence Index
10:00 AM ET

4-Week Bill Auction
11:30 AM ET

FOMC Minutes
2:00 PM ET

Farm Prices
3:00 PM ET

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

Monday Looks Like a Great Day for Online Futures Trading, August 30th, 2010

Friday, August 27th, 2010

“Learn From Mistakes”

We bounced pretty good from major support early this morning. Some levels to pay attention to as we start a
new week in the mini Dow chart below. Until then, relax, clear your head from trading,
“what you could have done and should have done ” etc…..write a journal if needed, learn from mistakes
when you can but don’t let negative energy hurt your trading.

Have a great weekend!

Futures Trading Levels

GOOD TRADING!

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This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time

Another great source for economic reports around the globe with “report importance indicator” at: http://www.forexfactory.com/calendar.php

Monday, August 30th – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

Personal Income and Outlays
8:30 AM ET

4-Week Bill Announcement
11:00 AM ET

10-Yr TIPS Announcement
11:00 AM ET

3-Month Bill Auction
11:30 AM ET

6-Month Bill Auction
11:30 AM ET

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

Promising Outlook on Online Futures Trading for August 27th 2010

Thursday, August 26th, 2010

“Potential for Trades on Both Sides”

Market is showing weakening signs. We need to hold previous lows of 1037 and rally in order to gain any upside

momentum. Break of this level can bring 1000.75 much quicker.

I have a feeling traders will have potential for trades on both sides depending on volatility and pre market GDP report tomorrow.

A chart of the SP 500 CASH INDEX for your review below:

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GOOD TRADING!

Trading Levels

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This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time
Friday, August 27th – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

Weekly Bill Settlement

GDP
8:30 AM ET

Corporate Profits
8:30 AM ET

Consumer Sentiment
9:55 AM ET

Ben Bernanke Speaks
10:00 AM ET

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

Strong Start for Online Futures Trading, Day Trading Webinar and Levels for August 26th 2010

Thursday, August 26th, 2010

Day Trading Webinar and Levels”

Below is a screen shot from todays “Live Chart” service I provide. If you are interested in 2 weeks free trail,

please visit: http://www.cannontrading.com/education-day-trading-webinar.php

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Futures & Commodity Trading Levels (Potential Support/Resistance):

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This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time
Thursday, August 26th – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

Weekly Bill Settlement

Jobless Claims
8:30 AM ET

EIA Natural Gas Report
10:30 AM ET

3-Month Bill Announcement
11:00 AM ET

6-Month Bill Announcement
11:00 AM ET

7-Yr Note Auction
1:00 PM ET

Fed Balance Sheet
4:30 PM ET

Money Supply
4:30 PM ET

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

Online Futures Trading Support and Resistance Levels for August 25th 2010

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

“We Met the Intial Target of 1049″

Yesterday I mentioned the following:

Daily chart of the mini Russell, which I consider the leader, for review below. Looks like we may get a test of previous lows and if and then the big question.. do we bounce or do we start a new leg lower:

Well the big question for this point in time is here.. we met the intial target of 1049 and from a technical point of view we are looking at some wide bands. 1049 being pivot line, 1080 being resistance and 1000.75 being major support.

Today I am sharing daily chart of the mini SP 500 for review:

to sign for free trail, visit: http://www.cannontrading.com/education-day-trading-webinar.php

Futures & Commodity Trading Levels (Potential Support/Resistance):

This Week’s Calendar from Econoday.Com
All reports are EST time
Friday August 20th – http://mam.econoday.com/byweek.asp?cust=mam

Disclaimer:
This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current futures market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts herein contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgment in trading!

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