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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.

Weekly Futures Crude Number, Economic Reports & Levels 10-23-2014

Posted on by Ilan

Hello Traders,

For 2014 I would like to wish all of you discipline and patience in your trading!

 

Weekly crude numbers for WTI from EIA  for  28 years .

Wealth of information  for review if you are a crude oil/ energy trader!

 

  http://www.eia.gov/dnav/pet/hist/LeafHandler.ashx?n=pet&s=rwtc&f=w

 

Trading myopothy blinds many traders so from time to time it is important to step back, take a deep breath and look at the price action from longer time frames” The action to the downside in the Crude oil market has been nothing short of breathtaking. ….

the longer term view(s) can illustrate ( on this chart supplied by U.S. Energy Information Administration).  That deeper sell offs and more volatile market moves could continue for some time .

Weekly chart for your review below:

 

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Moves in the Futures Indices, Crude Oil & Gold, Economic Reports & Levels 10.16.2014

Posted on by Ilan

Hello Traders,

For 2014 I would like to wish all of you discipline and patience in your trading!

 I may sound like I keep repeating myself but make sure you are adapting to the different market conditions we are seeing compared to a month ago or so.

There is much higher volatility, speed of price change and wider ranges.

Moves today in bonds, S&P, Russell, Crude, Gold and many other markets were very sharp, fast and powerful. This obviously presents both risks and opportunities but for newcomers – mostly risk.

This is a good day to keep notes on in your journal. What caused the price action? What type of “bands” did the market have? How did you do as a trader? What can you do better and learn from for the next “Wild, crazy” day which may even happen tomorrow?

 

The biggest advice I can give on days like today is to make sure you don’t lose it….make sure you know what your daily loss limit is and step away if it gets triggered. This is one of those days where I have seen traders blow their whole account up…..So just make sure you live to trade another day!

 

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Futures News, Economic Reports & Levels 10.14.2014

Posted on by Ilan

Hello Traders,

For 2014 I would like to wish all of you discipline and patience in your trading!

 

 

Weekly Wrap Up by www.TRADETHENEWS.COM  STAFF
Volatility Roller Coaster   

Volatility shook global markets this week, severely testing the long equity rally. Wednesday saw the biggest one-day gain of the year in the S&P500 and Thursday marked the biggest decline in the index since April. The VIX volatility index moved sharply higher, topping 20 for the first time since February. The downside ramp got underway thanks to disastrous German industrial data published on Monday and Tuesday. German August factory orders data declined 5.7% m/m (the biggest m/m drop since early 2009), led lower by a big slide in overseas orders. German August industrial production declined 4% m/m, much more than expected. In addition, the IMF cut its 2014 global growth forecast to from +3.4% to +3.3% and its 2015 forecast from +4.0% to +3.8%. The DJIA and S&P500 were down 2.5% a piece by Wednesday morning, and participants read deeply between the lines of the FOMC minutes to uncover the possibility of the Fed holding off on rate hikes longer, driving a sharp reversal. The sugar high didn’t last, and markets closed at the lows of the week (or much lower, in the case of the Nasdaq, which is right at its 200-day moving average). Ebola fear spread to new corners of the globe all week – the first confirmed transmission of the virus outside of Africa struck a nurse in Madrid – but nearly all the reports were false alarms. For the week, the DJIA dropped 2.7%, the S&P500 fell 3.1% and the Nasdaq lost 4.5%, the worst week for the tech index since May 2012. After the cash close on Friday, S&P futures saw another spike in volatility around the 1900 mark, rallying 6 handles before falling nearly 10 points in the final minute of index futures trade to close on the lows, portending more volatility in stock trading Monday, when the bond market is closed for Columbus Day. Continue reading “Futures News, Economic Reports & Levels 10.14.2014”

Non Farm Payroll Data, Economic Reports & Levels 10.03.2014

Posted on by Ilan

Hello Traders,

For 2014 I would like to wish all of you discipline and patience in your trading!

Hello Traders,

 

We started a trial for a new squawk box service here at Cannon and I must say I was impressed enough to share with you an example of the wrap up email I received as well as a link to their services:

http://www.livesquawk.com/#!sign_up  Continue reading “Non Farm Payroll Data, Economic Reports & Levels 10.03.2014”

Heikin-Ashi Mini Russell 2000 chart; Economic Reports & Levels 10.02.2014

Posted on by Ilan

Hello Traders,

For 2014 I would like to wish all of you discipline and patience in your trading!

Hello Traders,

We started October with a bearish statement on stock indices and being October that may make some bulls even more concerned….Yet it seems that over the past 5 years the bulls were quick to buy any major corrections and following the FED and QE were able to ride the waves up.Well QE is being reduced and job figures may provide the Fed. more confidence to continue with reducing QE. Friday’s monthly reports will be watched closely as well as the X factor – QE in Europe?To be honest I was never much of an in depth fundamental guy as I simply follow too many markets to be an expert on the different fundamentals that move each market, so I try to keep on top of the major news/issues and I rely 80% on charts, especially when it comes to shorter/medium time frames. Continue reading “Heikin-Ashi Mini Russell 2000 chart; Economic Reports & Levels 10.02.2014”

Futures Trading Levels & Economic Reports 9.26.2014

Posted on by Ilan

Hello Traders,

For 2014 I would like to wish all of you discipline and patience in your trading!

There will be no commentary today.  Thank you and good trading!

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. Past performance is not indicative to future results.

Continue reading “Futures Trading Levels & Economic Reports 9.26.2014”

Mini Russell 2000 Insight, Economic Reports & Levels 9.25.2014

Posted on by Ilan

Hello Traders,

For 2014 I would like to wish all of you discipline and patience in your trading!

Powerful bounce this morning, which started as Obama was speaking in front of the UN. Don’t think it was related but such was the timing…..

Daily chart of the mini Russell 2000 for your review below. I am sure many of you have noticed the divergence between the different stock indices. The SP500 is still flirting with all time highs, while the Russell 2000 is off quite a bit from the highs made on July 1st 2014.

My best guess for the Russell is a bounce towards the 1141.50 level, followed by a retest of the 1098 level but I must admit this is a pure guess on my side as  am trying to predict a few moves ahead….

TFE - Russell 2000 Index Mini, Equalized Active Daily Continuation
TFE – Russell 2000 Index Mini, Equalized Active Daily Continuation

Continue reading “Mini Russell 2000 Insight, Economic Reports & Levels 9.25.2014”

FOMC Interest Rate Decision, Economic Reports and Levels 9.17.2014

Posted on by Ilan

Hello Traders,

For 2014 I would like to wish all of you discipline and patience in your trading!

The FOMC interest rate decision is due at 14:00 ET in the US tomorrow ( Wednesday, Sept. 17th ).

FOMC days have different characteristics than other trading days. If you have traded for a while, check your trading notes from past FOMC days that may help you prepare for tomorrow.

if you are a newcomer, take a more conservative approach and make sure you understand that the news can really move the market.

The following are 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 1965.00 with a stop at 1959.00, instead “stretch the price bands” due to volatility and place an entry order to buy at 1959.75 and place a stop a few points below in this hypothetical example.
  • 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.
  • Know what the market was expecting, learn what came out and observe market reaction for clues
  • This is another great example why a trading journal would be an asset, as you can go back and check your notes from previous FOMC days.
  • Be patient and be disciplined Continue reading “FOMC Interest Rate Decision, Economic Reports and Levels 9.17.2014”

Rollover Notice, Economic Reports & Levels 09.10.2014

Posted on by Ilan

Hello Traders,

For 2014 I would like to wish all of you discipline and patience in your trading!

Rollover Notice for Stock Index Futures

Important notice: For those of you trading any stock index futures contracts, i.e., the E-mini S&P, E-mini NASDAQ, E-mini Dow Jones, the “Big” pit-traded S&P 500, etc., it is extremely important to remember that tomorrow, Thursday, Sept.11th, is rollover day.

Starting Sept. 11th, the December 2014 futures contracts will be the front month contracts. It is recommended that all new positions be placed in the December 2014 contract as of Sept. 11th. Volume in the Sept. 2014 contracts will begin to drop off until its expiration on Friday September 19th.

 

The month code for December is Z4.

 

Traders with electronic trading software should make sure that defaults reflect the proper contract as of Thursday morning.

 

Please close any open September Currency positions by the close on Friday the 12th.

Should you have any further question please contact your broker.

 

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.