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Suggestions to Help you Trade FOMC Tomorrow; Introducing Mini Ether & Support and Resistance Levels 12.15.2021

Posted on by Ilan
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FOMC Statement tomorrow:

 The following was written by my colleague, John Thorpe, an ex floor broker and a Senior Broker with Cannon Trading:
Since the depths of the pandemic, the Fed has been buying U.S. Treasuries and agency mortgage-backed securities in the open to signal its commitment to easy money policies. The Feds balance sheet has more than doubled during the Pandemic, from just under 4 trillion to nearly 9 trillion U.S. dollars. At the November Fed meeting , the governors had for the first time admitted that inflation may not be “transitory” and charted a path to “gradually” taper purchases with a target of mid 2022 to wind down the necessary taper .“If the market perceives that the Fed is behind the curve in controlling inflation, it would lead to higher inflation expectations and long-term interest rate hikes, potentially weakening the dollar and pressuring asset values,” said Madhavi Bokil, senior vice president at Moody’s Investors Service. In lieu of a gaudy CPI number recently at 6.8 and PPI increased by the largest amount in recorded economic history.
The market is looking for the Fed to acknowledge the existence of inflation in clearer terms than the November statement and the need to decelerate asset purchases and accelerating the “Taper” in an attempt to prevent a flat yield curve between the 2 yr and 10 yr notes. If this portion of the yield curve flattens or turns negative, this typically signals a recession. It has narrowed in recent weeks to a spread of only .75. This meeting is a very important one and so far this week, the equity markets are reacting to a potential need to accelerate the taper, an admission by the FED that they may be nervous about their inability to control inflation and an impending recession.

The following are my PERSONAL suggestions on trading during FOMC days:

·    Reduce trading size
·    Be extra picky = no trade is better than a bad trade
·    Choose entry points wisely. Look at longer time frame support and resistance for entry. Take the approach of entering at points where you normally would have placed protective stops. Example, trader x looking to go long the mini SP at 4325.00 with a stop at 4319.00, instead “stretch the price bands” due to volatility and place an entry order to buy at 4319.75 and place a stop a few points below in this hypothetical example ( consider current volatility along with support and resistance levels).
·    Expect the higher volatility during and right after the announcement
·    Expect to see some “vacuum” ( low volume, big zigzags) right before the number.
·    Consider using automated stops and limits attached to your entry order as the market can move very fast at times.
·    Keep in mind statement comes out at 1 Pm Central time, the news conference which dissects the language comes out 30 minutes later so the volatility window stretches out.
·    Know what the market was expecting, learn what came out and observe market reaction for clues
·    Be patient and be disciplined
·    If in doubt, stay out!!
If you are looking for other reference material please contact your Cannon Broker for lists of solid, informative and helpful trading tomes

Introducing Micro Ether Futures

At 1/10 the size of one ether, Micro Ether futures (MET) provides a precision, efficient, cost-effective way to manage your exposure to one of the largest cryptocurrencies in the world by market capitalization.
  • Features & Benefits
  • Fine-tune your Ether exposure
  • Enjoy price discovery on a regulated exchange
  • Lower margin
  • Diversify your portfolio

 

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

 

Futures Trading Levels

12-15-2021

Futures Support and Resistance Levels 12.15.2021

 


Economic Reports, Source: 

https://bettertrader.co/ 

Better Trader Economic Reports

 

 

This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in 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 judgement in trading.

NEW Micro Ethereum Futures & Futures Support and Resistance Levels 12.07.2021

Posted on by Ilan

Dear Futures Trader,

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A note about MICRO Ethereum by John Thorpe, Senior Broker:

Today, the CME has launched a new Cryptocurrency futures contract.
We currently have Bitcoin, Ethereum, Micro Bitcoin and Now Micro Ethereum futures.
The New Micro Ether contract is 1/10th the size of the full-sized Ethereum futures contract.
The current price for the full-sized is $4160.00 per contract, so it follows that the micro, full contract value is 416.00. ( as of Dec. 6th noon central)
This contract will trade the first 6 months consecutively, on it’s first day today , trades have occurred in the first two months, Dec and Jan 22 respectively
METZ21, and METF22
The margin would be 416..
Last week I registered for a CoinDesk/CME webinar that some of you may have seen. I invite you to watch the replay where the viability of not only crypto’s but also new futures launches now and in the future are discussed in addition to a look forward at the end of the webinar.
Enjoy and make it a profitable week.

Good Trading

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

 

Futures Trading Levels

12-07-2021

Futures Support and Resistance Levels 12.07.2021

 


Economic Reports, source: 

https://bettertrader.co/ 

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This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in 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 judgement in trading.

Micro Bitcoin Futures

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Micro Bitcoin Futures

Cryptocurrency has taken off as an encrypted alternative to real spending money, giving people more options for doing business. Bitcoin is one of the leading cryptocurrencies on the market, especially after it boomed in 2017. Nowadays, many websites accept Bitcoin payments, which has helped the cryptocurrency market grow significantly. Micro Bitcoin futures have also made a significant impact on the futures trading industry. 

Now, many brokers offer futures for Bitcoin and other types of cryptocurrency. It is easier than ever to trade shares of these types of currency, and traders of all experience levels can trade practically anytime and anywhere. 

  • Keep in mind that before you start trading Bitcoin/ Micro Bitcoin and other crypto futures you will need to acknowledge additional risk disclosures on top of the standard futures disclosures.

One of the most convenient ways for traders to get the results from cryptocurrency is by trading micro futures. Recently, the CME Group announced new Micro Bitcoin futures, which have revolutionized futures trading. Now, for 1/10 the cost of the average Bitcoin share, a trader can purchase shares of this new type of future. 

About Our Team

Cannon Trading has the tools traders need to begin trading cryptocurrency futures. We have various platforms that meet all needs, allowing traders to trade what they want when they want them. 

Our experienced brokers are here to help traders of all levels through the process. We specialize in developing innovative platforms that help traders navigate the market.

Whether a trader is part of a professional trading organization or participating in day trading, our brokers can help. We work with clients from various backgrounds, providing everything from multilingual trading services to broker-assisted trading. If a trader is interested in our services, our customer support team of qualified brokers would be happy to help.  

About Micro Bitcoin Futures

Micro Bitcoin Futures and Bitcoin Futures are both offered by CME to traders around the world. These contracts vary in size, depending on whether a client pursues a regular Bitcoin future or a Micro Bitcoin future. 

Micro Bitcoin Futures allow traders to access Bitcoin Futures for a tenth of the cost of a regular Bitcoin future. Both types of contracts make it easy to get into the Bitcoin market, allowing clients to get the most out of their trading process. 

Trading Micro Bitcoin Futures

The CME Group launched Micro Bitcoin Futures in May of 2021 and it has been a successful  contract from the start. With Bitcoin rising in prominence worldwide, it is easy to see why this type of futures contract appears to be here to stay. 

Bitcoin futures trading has been prominent since 2017 when the CME Group introduced it. Micro futures allow traders to speculate and hedge using 1/10th the size of a single coin of this iconic cryptocurrency. With Bitcoin still dominating the cryptocurrency industry, it is easy to see why many traders prefer the Micro futures over the traditional larger Bitcoin futures as the good faith deposit required is 1/10th of that of the standard Bitcoin contract.

While the new Micro Bitcoin Futures provide a value of 1/10 of a Bitcoin, these contracts are 1/50th the good faith deposit required of a traditional Bitcoin contract. This lower margin requirement allows traders to access more futures, giving them greater control of how much they can invest. 

The versatility of the market, along with the lower capital involved, helps more traders access this type of future. It is for this reason that Micro Bitcoin Futures are popular with both active traders and cryptocurrency users. 

Benefits of Micro Bitcoin Futures

There are many benefits involved in trading Micro Bitcoin Futures, which can help traders who have just started participating in the market. 

Micro Bitcoin futures allow traders to take advantage of the many benefits of Bitcoin futures without investing as much. The CME Group saw the need for a minor Bitcoin futures contract, especially since the traditional contract was worth 5 Bitcoin. 

More people could participate in cryptocurrency futures trading by creating this new, minor contract, which helped liquidity.

The institutional volume for Micro Bitcoin Futures has allowed the market to reach over a million contracts in just a short period. While this type of trading launched in the summer of 2021, it has become a popular choice, even seeming to outpace the traditional Bitcoin futures market. 

Here are just a few of the benefits traders can expect when utilizing Micro Bitcoin Futures:
  • Smaller capital investment
  • Reasonable bid offer spreads
  • Lower entry price
  • Regulated financial products
  • More accessible to more traders
  • And more

The team here at Cannon Trading can help traders understand this type future, allowing them to get the most out of their opportunities. We understand that our traders have varying needs, which has led us to develop innovative solutions and platforms to achieve them. 

Our team wants to help people get the most out of their Micro Bitcoin futures, which is why we have a dedicated group of brokers ready to assist our traders. 

We also have platforms for various needs and trading opportunities, from mobile platforms to desktop applications. Our products were designed with traders in mind, giving people the functionality to access the market. 

Impact of Micro Bitcoin Futures

While Micro Bitcoin Futures are relatively new to the market, they have made a significant impact on trading as a whole. This type of contract allows traders to explore the cryptocurrency futures market without spending as much capital as a traditional contract would require or coin in the Cash marketplace.. 

We understand that new traders may have a lot of questions regarding this type of cryptocurrency futures trading venue. There are risks involved in trading futures and even greater risks when trading Bitcoin and MICRO bitcoin futures. Our team is here to help field any questions a person might have regarding the trading process as a whole. Cannon Trading makes it easy to navigate the market, as we provide cutting-edge platforms that simplify the trading process. 

Our brokers have been assisting traders since 1988, which has allowed Cannon Trading to become a leading name in the futures trading business. We opened our online trading service in 1998, which allowed more traders than ever to participate in the market. Over 20 years later, traders have continually recognized us as one of the leading brokerage services. 

How Cannon Trading Can Help Micro Bitcoin Futures Traders  

At Cannon Trading, we have the tools traders need to make informed decisions before investing in the futures market.  

We provide access to cutting-edge software and programs that put our traders at the forefront of the industry.  

Cannon Trading’s experienced brokers can help clients learn more about oil futures, offering insight into the overall market, as well.  

We work with traders from many different backgrounds, including: 
  • Broker-assisted traders 
  • Day traders  
  • Diversified traders 
  • Institutions  
  • Professional traders 
  • And more 

Whether you’re a beginning trader or an experienced one, our brokers can help you navigate the market. We have direct experience with the market so that we can help our clients best navigate the market.  

We also provide them with the tools to make the most of markets and manage risk during volatile times. 

Contact Cannon Trading 

Our professional commodities brokers will work with you to understand your specific trading style and requirements and provide you the essential advice and information you need to thrive in this highly lucrative market. 

As an example, Cannon Trading’s Broker-assisted Trading solution provides traders new to the field with the essential advice and tools they need to accelerate their understanding of some of the mechanisms that affect prices in any futures contract market.  

Contact us today to learn more about commodities trading and information on futures options and other listed commodity contracts. 

Disclaimer 

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involve a substantial risk of loss and are not suitable for all investors.  

Past performance is not indicative of future results. You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you regarding your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. 

You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time. 

Bitcoin Chart Review and Highlight & Support and Resistance Levels 5.19.2021

Posted on by Ilan

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With recent correction in Bitcoin, I am sharing the daily chart for your review below along with some levels to watch – notice the recent low and the FIB levels…..
41980 followed by 36760 sticks out as major support.
46650 will act as first resistance.
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Good Trading

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

 

Futures Trading Levels

5-19-2021

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Economic Reports, source: 

 www.BetterTrader.co

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This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in 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 judgement in trading.

Bitcoin Futures Chart & Support and Resistance Levels 2.18.2021

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No words of wisdom today. I think market movement drained me today…..
However, Bitcoin futures chart is “screaming: Please post me…I am over $50,000…..” but since I want to share a MONTHLY chart, I am sharing the monthly chart of Bitcoin Real Time Index, not the actual futures contract which is only a few years old. Fibonacci extensions are displayed on the chart – just for fun.
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Bitcoin Futures Monthly Chart

Good Trading

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

 

Futures Trading Levels

2-18-2021

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Economic Reports, source: 

 www.BetterTrader.co

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This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in 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 judgement in trading.

New Years 2020 Holiday Trading Schedule, Bitcoin Futures Chart & Support and Resistance Levels 12.29.2020

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Cannon Trading wishes you a very Happy Holiday Season! Thank you for choosing Cannon during this challenging year. We look forward to continuing to provide you with excellent service in 2021
New Years Holiday Futures Trading Schedule 2020
Bitcoin Weekly Chart for your review below:
Bitcoin Weekly Futures Chart December 28, 2020

Good Trading

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

 

Futures Trading Levels

12-29-2020

 

Futures Support & Resistance Levels December 29, 2020

Economic Reports, source: 

 www.BetterTrader.co

Better Trader Future Reports December 29, 2020

 

This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in 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 judgement in trading.

Exploring Bitcoin Futures

Posted on by Ilan

Cryptocurrency, most notably Bitcoin, has become a new frontier for investors since its inception in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis. Since then, bitcoin has been used for buying, trading, and selling in the digital space. Cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual form of currency that is secured by cryptography, making it almost impossible to be counterfeited or double-spent. Bitcoin is also kept record of through Blockchain, its own uniquely designed record-keeping technology. Blockchain is a distributed ledger that allows Bitcoin to be traded safely across a disparate network of computers. For this reason, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are decentralized and exist outside of the control or authority of any government or governing agency. These features are very attractive to investors for their dependability and their ease of transfer. High volatility and hedging opportunities included, Bitcoin futures were launched in December 2017. How can you determine if Bitcoin futures are right for you? Get started exploring your Bitcoin futures investing options with Cannon Trading. 

 

Navigating the Volatility of Bitcoin

As a budding asset class, Bitcoin is still unpredictable. Like most other asset classes, Bitcoin’s volatility is measured by the volatility index (VIX) in traditional markets. This index originated from the Chicago Board of Options Exchange or CBOE and has become the most widely used and trusted proxy for market volatility. This proxy, while robust, is still unable to determine a generally accepted index and will still need more time to do so. What we do know is that Bitcoin is currently a volatile option, and has fluctuated in price significantly within its first decade of existence.  

 

As a new resource, investors are more hesitant to invest. It is still unclear whether Bitcoin will ever be regulated by national governments. It is due to this lack of regulation that Bitcoin has also received some bad press for being used for illegal activity. Naturally, the ebb and flow of good and bad news has hurt Bitcoin’s adoption rate, causing its value to fluctuate significantly.  

 

Why Invest In Bitcoin

While still uncertain, Bitcoin and cryptocurrency are becoming another asset class/ trading vehicle for futures traders. Bitcoin’s volatility allows for stark fluctuations and price swings that create trading opportunities and risks for risk takers. These are the price swings and opportunities are characteristics that lend themselves to futures trading. Investors will be able to hedge their existing assets and/or speculate on fluctuating value in order to make a profit. As a purely online asset, bitcoin futures will bring a level of transparency and liquidity to the futures market.  

 

Getting Started

When trading bitcoin futures, you can assume either a long or short strategy or in other words, speculate on whether the price of your asset will go up or down and acting accordingly. A long strategy would attempt to predict a rise in Bitcoin’s value. If the price of bitcoin is currently 4,000 USD and you predict it will rise to 5,000 USD later this year, you will speculate on that by going long a bitcoin futures contract and if you are correct, you will gain profit, if you are wrong, your account will suffer a loss. Conversely, a short strategy attempts to predict a fall in bitcoins value. In this strategy, you will want to sell your Bitcoin futures for a profit. If in the same example, the price of Bitcoin is currently 4,000 USD and you expect it to fall to 3,000 USD later in the year, you will go short, or sell the contract ( even though you don’t own it) in an attempt to gain from this speculation.

 

Partner with a Broker

Bitcoin is a new contact for futures traders. In this ever-evolving landscape, you will need to partner with a professional to help guide you in your futures trading decisions. After doing your research to determine if bitcoin futures are right for you, we recommend partnering with one of our professional brokers to build out your strategy. Our team will help you to set clearly defined goals and parameters to help you navigate the market and have a clear picture of both risks and opportunities. Count on our team to guide you through setting up your futures account and be there every step of the way to navigate the trading platform, futures trading, reset your strategy in case of a misstep, and help you make the most out of your bitcoin futures trading. 

 

Disclaimer – Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources.  Bitcoin futures, in particular, may experience significant price volatility. All futures contracts, including bitcoin futures, utilize significant leverage. With leverage, a small price move of the contract against your position may result in a large loss, potentially including loss of more than your entire account balance.

Gold Demand Hurt by Bitcoin – Levels for Trading on April 24th 2018

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Bitcoin Nipping At Gold Demand

by DEBBIE CARLSON

Supply & Demand
The World Gold Council (WGC), the trade group representing the gold industry, said in its fourth-quarter Gold Demand Trends report that the yellow metal’s global, full-year demand fell by 7% last year. ETF demand in 2017 was one-third of 2016’s pace, although 2016 was the second-highest year on record.

Rhind and Thomas say the people who were interested in bitcoin were drawn to the parabolic price rise, rather than viewing it as having the same risk management role in their portfolio as gold does.

“Almost to the person, they all thought bitcoin was exploding, and they didn’t want to miss ‘the move’ … no one ever mentioned safety to me,” Thomas said.

Continue reading “Gold Demand Hurt by Bitcoin – Levels for Trading on April 24th 2018”

RISK DISCLOSURE: Past results are not necessarily indicative of future results. The risk of loss in futures trading can be substantial, carefully consider the inherent risks of such an investment in light of your financial condition.