Futures trading is done by two main parties, one of which is the hedger and the other one is the speculator. Where a speculator is there to trade for either their own accounts or that of their clients, a hedger always uses futures as a possible protection from losses. Hedgers can also be described as individuals or business owners who are more risk averse. Speculators and hedgers are likely to benefit from futures trading if the trader has a strong ability to analyze the markets and understands that future behavior. Though futures can behigh risk, they offer an equally high return and are thus very tempting.
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Market feels bit heavy right now but then again it felt heavy more than a few times over past few weeks only to find some more legs and go higher….so either way you plan on trading this market, make it exactly that….have a plan and then trade your plan.
I wish all of you a great 2011 in trading and all aspects of life! Continue reading “Futures Trading Levels and Economic Reports for January 6th 2011”
Updated: 31-Dec-10 08:49 ET
Continue reading “Daily Support and Resistance Levels for December 31, 2010”
Updated: 28-Dec-10 09:01 ET
Market is acting a bit funny….reason i am saying that is that we are trading at relatively HIGH prices, over 52 weeks highs, yet the volatility is at a very low level….
What i have noticed over the years is the wave pattern of volatility….from extremely high volatility to extremely low volatility and goes again….so now the question is when is the next wave of higher volatility starts?
Have a great weekend, successful trading week ahead ( only 4 trading days next week, with Thursday packed with economic numbers).
I will be out of the office until Jan. 3rd but you will receive levels and reports published by colleague here at cannon.
happy Holidays and great trading in 2011! Continue reading “Futures Trading Levels and Economic Reports for December 20, 2010”
FOMC is behind us and the market is heading into the final little stretch of the year, going into that last two weeks of 2010 along with the holiday season and what may be lower volume period.
In between, I see a possibility for a pull back on the Mini Russell 2000 if prices can break below 767.00 basis the march contract. Daily chart for your review below:
Continue reading “Futures Trading Levels and Economic Reports for December 15, 2010”
We are now trading MARCH contracts for all e-minis, stock indices, financials and CURRENCIES.
FOMC tomorrow and before that more than a few economic numbers.
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.
My observations suggest choppy, low volume up until announcement, followed by some some sharp volatile moves right during and after the announcement. However, with tomorrow early morning reports, we may see more volatility duirng first couple of hours as well. Continue reading “Futures Trading Levels and Economic Reports Schedule for December 14th 2010”
We are now trading MARCH contracts for all e-minis, stock indices, financials and CURRENCIES.
I think next week we should see some volatility with economic reports due along with FOMC. Please see next reports below.
I think the following quote is so appropriate in our business….
“One cannot do anything about yesterday”
Wishing you a great weekend. Continue reading “Futures Trading Levels and Economic Reports for December 13th 2010”
December to March Rollover Notice
We are now trading MARCH contracts for all e-minis and stock indices.
Weekly chart of the CASH SP index for your review below:
