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As a high risk trading type, futures trading is not for someone who is faint-hearted. Though there are a number of different ways of investing in futures , it is important to stick to what you know. Treading into unknown waters is not something that you should do when dealing in futures.

From managing margins to ordering trades to doing market analysis and more if you want to, you can do that all by yourself – but you may betaking double the risk. Therefore, when trading in futures, it may be better to seek advice from a professional trader.

Professional trading experts at Cannon Trading can help you with your futures trading. We are also there to keep you updated with the latest on futures trading and market news. All the news and latest articles on futures trading are published on our site under the category Archive Futures Trading News, which you are currently browsing through. Read more and the latest here and keep updated.

Top 5 mistakes traders make and 4th of July trading hours 6.29.2017

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Excellent, short article by yours truly…..

Trading Futures: 5 Big Mistakes Beginners Should Avoid Making

 Trading futures is a tough business, but if you are one of the very few that can succeed, this could be a very lucrative business as well

Ilan Levy-Mayer| June 27, 2017 |

I have seen quite a bit since I became a broker in 1998. Some war stories to share about the markets, some crazy moves and much more in between. I was trading futures with clients on the sad Sept. 11th 2001 day when the planes hit and the markets were plunging before they were closed for almost a week. I witnessed the meat contracts making limit up and limit down moves over the years and much more…..

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Independence Day 2017 Holiday Schedule for CME / Globex and ICE Exchanges

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Independence Day 2017 Holiday Schedule for CME / Globex and ICE Exchanges 

From the CME Globex Control Center, here is the summary of KEY changes, per CME market segment –

Monday 7/03 – ONLY EARLY closes are Equities, Grains and Livestock

                    – ALL OTHERS = REGULAR close

Monday night – NORMAL OPEN times for all markets, EXCEPT grains and meats remain closed.

Tuesday 7/04 – ALL OPEN markets go into HALT at 12:00 noon

            – (except grains and meats = stay closed)

Tuesday night – NORMAL OPEN times – (except grains and meats = stay closed)

Wednesday morning – grains and meats pre-open 6:00 am, OPEN at 8:30 am Continue reading “Independence Day 2017 Holiday Schedule for CME / Globex and ICE Exchanges”

Excellent article about the markets, back testing and more! 6.28.2017

Posted on by Ilan

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Excellent article for your “trading reading pleasure….”

This Time Really Is Different

Markets are constantly evolving based on our updated knowledge of the past.

By Ben Carlson

Sir John Templeton wrote “16 Rules for Investment Success” in 1993. The following is by far the most quoted passage:

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Trading levels for June 27th along with reports due

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Today’s video: 

Big grain report this coming Friday, June 30th.

If you need help hedging yourself with options, perhaps weekly options – please reach out to us and we will be happy to assist!

A good 4 minute video talking about the crop report and grains outlook here.

Trading Levels for June 23rd along with Reports Due 6.23.2017

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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.

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Video with Trade Ideas for Crude Oil and T-bonds 6.22.2017

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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.

Futures Trading Levels

6-22-2017
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Walk before you Run!! – Trading Futures 6.21.2017

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Walk before you run

By Cannon Trading staff

The image of a successful futures trader is that of a lone wolf surveying the landscape looking for an opportunity to attack and seize quick and substantial profits. We all know about the potential for making a fortune in the futures markets. Yet, few do so. Why is that? What are some of the common pitfalls that prevent this dream from becoming a reality for most futures traders? Continue reading “Walk before you Run!! – Trading Futures 6.21.2017”

Futures Trading Levels & Economic Reports for June 20th

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Dear Traders,

Front month for stock indices is September.

Front month for currencies and financials is September.

Front month for crude oil and gold is August.

Gold daily chart for review below. Market has to hold support at $1234 in order for it to have a chance at a resumption of the rally:

Futures Trading Levels & Economic Reports
Futures Trading Levels & Economic Reports

Futures Trading Levels & Economic Reports for June 16th

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Rollover Notice:

Front month for stock indices and financials is now September. Make sure you switched from trading June into trading the September  (U) contract. Please contact your broker with any questions.

As of tomorrow start trading September currencies as well!

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Start Trading September contracts! 6-15-2017

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Rollover Notice:

Front month for stock indices and financials is now September. Make sure you switched from trading June into trading the September ( U ) contract. Please contact your broker with any questions.

The “moving market” this past few weeks ( months…) is crude oil.

Daily chart with levels to watch for below. If you like to read an article I wrote about day-trading crude oil futures, click here. Continue reading “Start Trading September contracts! 6-15-2017”

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.