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CPI Tomorrow + Futures Trading Levels for Oct. 12th

Posted on by Ilan
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What you need to know for the last two trading days of the week

 By Mark O’Brien, Senior Broker

 

General: 

 

This morning the Labor Department released data on U.S. producer prices.  It showed a higher-than-expected 0.5% uptick in food and energy prices at the wholesale level.  The so-called core Producer Price Index – a narrower measure that excludes food, energy and trade services – showed a 0.2% increase, which matched forecasts.  Looking at the big picture, the report suggests inflation remains stubborn and the Fed will remain vigilant in it continued efforts to check the U.S. economy with care and reduce inflation.

 

Markets look at the PPI as a leading indicator for inflation, as it gauges a wide variety of costs for pipeline goods that feed to consumer products.

 

In recent days, central bank officials have indicated that they may not need to enact additional hikes as Treasury yields have risen sharply on their own, tightening financial conditions. That in turn has helped assuage market fears, leading stocks higher this week.

 

Tomorrow, The Bureau of Labor Statistics will release its more closely watched Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which measures the prices paid by consumers for a basket of consumer goods and services.

 

Metals: 

 

Trading off its near one-year lows below $1,825/ounce on Friday, Dec. Gold has raced up ±$70/ounce as the crisis in Israel / Gaza / Lebanon has intensified.  This commodity futures contract will likely show to be more sensitive to the turn of events in the region than any other.

 

Along the same lines, from a from a commodity price influencing perspective, the fighting in Israel / Gaza / Lebanon should have a limited impact on most commodities.  Any sensitivity reactions in the markets will presumably be seen in indexes (seemingly sensitive to anything), energies and some currencies.  Any signs the conflict escalates to involve other notable / regional state / non-state actors, traders should anticipate increased volatility in these market sectors and approach your trading appropriately.

 

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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 when it comes to Futures Trading.

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Futures Trading Levels

10-12-2023

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Economic Reports, Source: 

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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.

PPI & FOMC Minutes Tomorrow + Futures Trading Levels for Oct. 11th

Posted on by Ilan
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PPI & FOMC Minutes Tomorrow

Tomorrow @ 7:30 CDT Producer Price Index values will be released: Producer prices in September are expected to rise 0.3 percent on the month versus a 0.7 percent increase in August. The annual rate in September is seen at 1.7 percent versus August’s 1.6 percent increase. September’s ex-food ex-energy rate is seen rising 0.2 percent on the month and 2.1 percent on the year versus August’s 0.2 percent on the month and 2.2 percent yearly rise.

Also tomorrow, The Fed minutes will be released @ 1:00 PM CDT: Detailing the issues of debate and consensus among policymakers, the Federal Open Market Committee issues minutes of its latest meeting three weeks after the meeting.

Plan your trade and trade your plan.

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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 when it comes to Futures Trading.

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Futures Trading Levels

10-11-2023

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Economic Reports, Source: 

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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.

The Week Ahead: War, CPI, Minutes + Futures Trading Levels for Oct. 10th

Posted on by Ilan
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The Week Ahead: War, CPI, Minutes- watch your blindside

By Senior Broker, John Thorpe

Today, due to the US Holiday, bond markets and US Government offices were closed, volatility in US stocks were muted.

The surprise attack on the State of Israel and official declaration of war over the weekend has the potential to be the main driver in the direction of the equity markets forcing the inflation, deficit, jobs narrative to take a back seat. . When the bond markets open, we will get a much better idea how much as gold did reflect a moderate flight to quality in today’s trade.

Here is a good piece from Fortune mag published over the weekend Attack on Israel: What investors, economists, and strategists are saying | Fortune it’s worth a scan.

Data releases this week will include PPI, CPI , Fed Minutes to be the most impactful.

Wednesday @ 7:30 CDT Producer Price Index values will be released: Producer prices in September are expected to rise 0.3 percent on the month versus a 0.7 percent increase in August. The annual rate in September is seen at 1.7 percent versus August’s 1.6 percent increase. September’s ex-food ex-energy rate is seen rising 0.2 percent on the month and 2.1 percent on the year versus August’s 0.2 percent on the month and 2.2 percent yearly rise.

Also on this day, The Fed minutes will be released @ 1:00 PM CDT: Detailing the issues of debate and consensus among policymakers, the Federal Open Market Committee issues minutes of its latest meeting three weeks after the meeting.

Consumer Price Index CPI Thursday 7:30 am CDT Core prices in September are expected to hold steady at a monthly increase of 0.3 percent to match August’s 0.3 percent increase Overall prices are also expected to rise 0.3 percent on the month after August’s as-expected percent 0.6 increase which hit expectations. Annual rates, at 3.7 percent overall and 4.3 percent for the core in August, are expected 3.6 at 4.1 percent respectively.

Also on this Day and time, Jobless Claims : Jobless claims for the October 8 week are expected to come in at 209,000 versus 207,000 in the prior week.

For the Ag Sector we have the WASDE report, Thursday the 12th as well, this report is released @ 11:00 am CDT.

Watch your blindside and expect more volatility!

Plan your trade and trade your plan.

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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 when it comes to Futures Trading.

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Futures Trading Levels

10-10-2023

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Economic Reports, Source: 

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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.

Order Flow Analysis in Futures Trading

Posted on by Cannon Operations

Order flow analysis is a powerful tool used by traders, especially in futures markets, to gain insights into market dynamics and potentially improve their trading strategies. Here are some ways in which order flow analysis can help your futures trading:

Market Understanding: Order flow analysis provides a deeper understanding of how buyers and sellers are interacting in real-time. It helps you see not just the price and volume but also the intentions behind each trade. At Cannontrading we offer a number of solid, low latency trading platforms that feature Order Flow analysis here are just a few, Sierra-Chart, BookMap, Volumetrica,  Quantower,

  1. Identifying Trends and Reversals: By analyzing order flow, you can identify shifts in market sentiment before they are reflected in price movements. This can help you spot potential trend changes or reversals early.
  2. Confirmation: Order flow analysis can be used to confirm or validate signals from other technical or fundamental analysis tools. When order flow aligns with other indicators, it can provide more confidence in your trading decisions.
  3. Entry and Exit Points: Order flow analysis can help you identify optimal entry and exit points for your trades. For example, spotting large buy or sell orders at key price levels can signal potential areas of support or resistance.
  4. Risk Management: By monitoring order flow, you can gauge the strength of a move and assess the potential risk associated with a trade. Unusual order flow activity can indicate increased volatility or potential reversals, allowing you to adjust your risk management strategies accordingly.
  5. Scalping and Day Trading: For short-term traders, order flow analysis can be particularly useful. It provides insights into short-term imbalances in supply and demand, which can be exploited for quick scalping or day trading opportunities.
  6. Volume Profiling: Order flow analysis often involves volume profiling, which helps you identify price levels with significant trading activity. This can be useful for setting profit targets and stop-loss orders.
  7. Market Sentiment: Order flow can reveal market sentiment, such as whether traders are bullish or bearish. Understanding sentiment can be crucial for making contrarian trades or following the crowd when appropriate.
  8. Market Depth: Order flow analysis provides information about market depth, showing you the orders waiting to be executed at various price levels. This can help you anticipate potential price movements when these orders are filled.

To effectively use order flow analysis in your futures trading, you’ll need access to real-time market data and possibly specialized software or tools that can help you visualize and interpret order flow information. Keep in mind that order flow analysis is just one tool in your trading toolbox, and it should be used in conjunction with other forms of analysis and risk management to make informed trading decisions. Additionally, it’s essential to continually educate yourself and practice using order flow analysis to develop your skills in this area.

Ready to start trading futures? Call 1(800)454-9572 and speak to one of our experienced, Series-3 licensed futures brokers and start your futures trading journey with Cannon Trading Company today.

Disclaimer – Trading commodity futures and options involves a substantial risk of loss. The recommendations contained in this article are of opinion only and do not guarantee any profits. Past performances are not necessarily indicative of future results.

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Weekly Newsletter: Essentials of Order Flow + Futures Trading Levels for Oct. 9th

Posted on by Ilan

Cannon Futures Weekly Newsletter Issue # 1166

 

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In this issue:

  • Important Notices – Trading Contest/Real Cash Prizes
  • Trading Resource of the Week – Essentials of Order Flow
  • Hot Market of the Week – December Corn
  • Broker’s Trading System of the Week – NQ Day Trading System
  • Trading Levels for Next Week
  • Trading Reports for Next Week

  • Important Notices

Trading Contest – Win Real Cash Trading Simulated Account!
Energy Futures Trading Competition
Duration 
Start: October 15th at 5:00 PM CT
End: October 27th at 4:00 PM CT
Prizes (Cash Prizes!!)
First Place: $2500
Second Place: $1000
Third Place: $650
Random Selection: $500

Competition Details

  • Trade any Group Energy Futures Products including Crude Oil, Micro Crude Oil, RBOB Gasoline, and Natural Gas
  • All Trading will be in the Front-Month Contract
  • All trades will be completed in the StoneX Trader Simulated Trading Environment using the white-labeled Contest Trader application
  • All traders will begin with a virtual account of $100,000.00 Your goal: increase the balance to as much as possible by the conclusion of the competition.
  • Top three traders with the highest P&L balance at the end will get a cash prize.
  • One winner will be chosen from the remaining participants to receive a cash prize.
  • The prizes to the winners shall be awarded in the form of a check (or any other form as reasonably determined by StoneX) and sent to the winner within ten business days of receiving the required tax documentation.

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Order Flow has been presented as a mystique to potential Traders as well as seasoned Traders. In many cases it is assumed to be an insanely difficult concept to understand. Order Flow is, at its core, the transaction between a Buyer and a Seller. As a Veteran Trader using Order Flow to base my decisions, I can say that order flow is the very core of any market.
In this FREE booklet, you will learn:
  • What is order flow?
  • Volume by Price
  • Footprint
  • Time & Sales
  • DOM
  • Tying it all together
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Hot market of the week is provided by QT Market Center, A swiss army knife charting package that’s not just for Hedgers, Cooperatives and Farmers alike but also for Spread traders, Swing traders and shorter time frame application for intraday traders with a unique proprietary indicator that can be applied to your specific trading needs.
December Corn traded to within a dime of its fourth downside PriceCount objective and it increasing appears like that was enough to satisfy the bear move. The September contract and the weekly chart each hit their counts. Now, the chart is activated upset objectives and the first Target to 4.94 has been met. If we can sustain the move and get above $5 there’s a second objective just above to aim for in the 5.03 area.
PriceCounts – Not about where we’ve been , but where we might be going next!
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The PriceCount study is a tool that can help to project the distance of a move in price. The counts are not intended to be an ‘exact’ science but rather offer a target area for the four objectives which are based off the first leg of a move with each subsequent count having a smaller percentage of being achieved. It is normal for the chart to react by correcting or consolidating at an objective and then either resuming its move or reversing trend. Best utilized in conjunction with other technical tools, PriceCounts offer one more way to analyze charts and help to manage your positions and risk. Learn more at www.qtchartoftheday.com
Trading in futures, options, securities, derivatives or OTC products entails significant risks which must be understood prior to trading and may not be appropriate for all investors. Past performance of actual trades or strategies is not necessarily indicative of future results.
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  • Broker’s Trading System of the Week

With algorithmic trading systems becoming more prevalent in portfolio diversification, the following system has been selected as the broker’s choice for this month.
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  • Trading Levels for Next Week

Daily Levels for October 9th, 2023
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Trading Reports for Next Week
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First Notice (FN), Last trading (LT) Days for the Week: www.mrci.com 
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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 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.

 

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.

NFP Tomorrow + Futures Trading Levels for Oct. 6th

Posted on by Ilan
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What you need to know before trading futures tomorrow – October 6th 2023

by Ilan Levy-Mayer, VP

  1. NFP is tomorrow! Non Farm Payrolls also known as employment numbers. Big report, This is a market moving event and we expect high volatility, right before, during and right after.
  2. Crude Oil and energies trading at extreme volatility
  3. Take a look at the 1 minute chart of the last NFP report from Sept. 1st below as well as a 15 min chart of the rest of the same session. Notice the ES (mini SP500) had a 22 point move from high to low in 45 seconds!

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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 when it comes to Futures Trading.

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Futures Trading Levels

10-06-2023

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Economic Reports, Source: 

Forexfactory.com

 

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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.

Navigating the World of Futures Trading: History, Reasons, and the Role of AI

Posted on by Cannon Operations

Read more about trading futures with Cannon Trading Company here.

Futures trading, a cornerstone of the global financial markets, has a rich history and plays a pivotal role in today’s economic landscape. This comprehensive exploration of futures trading delves into its historical roots, the compelling reasons to engage in it, the contemporary futures market, and the emerging influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in futures trading.

The History of Futures Trading

Futures Trading

Futures trading, although complex in its modern form, has roots dating back to ancient civilizations. It evolved from simple agreements among farmers and merchants to secure future prices for agricultural produce. The concept of trading future contracts began in 17th-century Japan with the creation of rice futures. However, the formalization of futures trading came much later.

  1. The Emergence of Futures Markets: The 19th century saw the establishment of formal futures markets in the United States. Chicago emerged as a hub for futures trading, primarily in agricultural commodities such as wheat and corn. This period marked the birth of organized futures exchanges, with the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) founded in 1848 and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) in 1898.
  2. Commodities and Beyond: Initially centered around agricultural commodities, futures trading expanded to include metals, energy products, currencies, and financial instruments. The ability to hedge against price fluctuations made futures trading attractive to a broader range of participants.

Why Trade Futures

Trading futures offers several compelling reasons, attracting a diverse group of participants, from individual traders to institutions. Here are some key motivations:

  1. Risk Management and Hedging: One of the primary purposes of futures trading is risk mitigation. Producers, consumers, and investors use futures contracts to hedge against adverse price movements. For instance, a wheat farmer can lock in a future selling price to protect against price declines.
  2. Liquidity and Leverage: Futures markets are highly liquid, making it easy to enter and exit positions. Moreover, traders can access substantial leverage, amplifying their trading capital and profit potential.
  3. Diversification: Futures markets encompass a wide range of assets, from agricultural commodities like soybeans to financial instruments like stock index futures. This diversity allows traders to build diversified portfolios and spread risk.
  4. Speculation: Futures trading is not limited to hedgers; speculators play a vital role too. They seek to profit from price fluctuations by taking positions based on market analysis and predictions.
  5. 24-Hour Trading: Unlike traditional stock markets, futures markets operate around the clock, providing opportunities for global traders to react to news and events at any time.

Futures Trading in the Current Era

The landscape of futures trading has evolved significantly in the modern era, reflecting advances in technology, changes in market dynamics, and shifts in economic priorities.

  1. Technology and Electronic Trading: The advent of electronic trading platforms has revolutionized futures markets. It has democratized access, reduced transaction costs, and increased market efficiency. Traders can execute orders with ease, and real-time data and analysis tools are readily available.
  2. Financialization: Futures markets have seen increased financialization, with financial institutions and investment funds actively participating. This has led to higher trading volumes and greater market complexity.
  3. Globalization: Futures markets have become interconnected on a global scale. Investors can trade futures contracts on assets from different countries and regions, offering enhanced diversification opportunities.
  4. Commodity Super Cycle: Periods of commodity super cycles have influenced futures markets. These cycles are characterized by extended periods of rising commodity prices, often driven by factors like emerging market demand and supply constraints.
  5. Algorithmic Trading: Algorithms and high-frequency trading have become prevalent in futures markets. They execute trades at lightning speed, seeking to capitalize on small price differentials.

Futures Trading with AI

As technology continues to advance, AI is becoming increasingly integrated into futures trading. Here’s how AI is impacting the futures market:

  1. Algorithmic Strategies: AI-driven algorithms are used to develop trading strategies that can analyze vast amounts of data, identify patterns, and execute trades with precision. Machine learning models adapt to changing market conditions, making them effective in dynamic futures markets.
  2. Risk Management: AI tools are employed for risk assessment and management. AI can assess market conditions in real-time and automatically execute risk mitigation measures, such as stop-loss orders, to protect traders’ capital.
  3. Predictive Analytics: AI algorithms can predict market movements based on historical data and current events. This aids traders in making informed decisions and optimizing their positions.
  4. Market Sentiment Analysis: AI-powered sentiment analysis tools scour news and social media to gauge market sentiment. Traders can use this information to anticipate market movements and respond accordingly.
  5. Automated Trading: AI enables fully automated trading, where algorithms execute trades without human intervention. This approach is particularly popular in high-frequency trading strategies.
  6. Portfolio Optimization: AI can assist in portfolio management by optimizing asset allocation and risk management strategies to maximize returns while minimizing risk.

Futures trading has come a long way from its humble origins as a means for farmers and merchants to secure future prices. Today, it encompasses a wide range of assets, from agricultural commodities to financial instruments, and serves diverse purposes, including hedging, speculation, and portfolio diversification.

In the current era, electronic trading, financialization, globalization, and algorithmic strategies have transformed futures markets. AI, with its ability to analyze vast amounts of data, adapt to changing market conditions, and execute trades with precision, is poised to play a significant role in the future of futures trading. As technology continues to advance, traders and investors are likely to leverage AI to gain a competitive edge in the ever-evolving world of futures trading.

Futures trading remains a vital component of the global financial system, offering opportunities for risk management, profit generation, and portfolio diversification. With AI on the horizon, the future of futures trading holds promise for both individual traders and institutional participants looking to navigate the complex world of commodities and financial futures.

Ready to start trading futures? Call 1(800)454-9572 and speak to one of our experienced, Series-3 licensed futures brokers and start your futures trading journey with Cannon Trading Company today.

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.  Past performance is not indicative of future results. 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.

 

Crude Drops over $4.50! + Futures Trading Levels for Oct. 5th

Posted on by Ilan
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What you need to know for the last two trading days of the week

 By Mark O’Brien, Senior Broker

 

General: 

As yesterday’s price action in stock index and interest rate futures demonstrated, there are times when good data is bad news.  Yesterday, after three consecutive months of falling numbers, the Labor Department reported that there were 9.6 million job openings in the month of August in its Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, commonly referred to by its acronym: JOLTS.

 

Job openings have been slowly declining for the last 16-17 months from their April ’22 highs near 12 million – likely to the nod of approval by the Federal Reserve as it has raised rates in part to reduce labor demand in its efforts to cool the economy.  A larger-than-expected increase like August’s numbers helps make the prospect of further interest rate hikes less likely to be taken off the table, despite the Fed’s pause at the last meeting.

 

The JOLTS rebound also increases the scrutiny this Friday’s non-farm payrolls numbers will receive from traders.  Already, the E-mini S&P 500 has slipped ±400 points – a $20,000 per contract move – since its late-July push up to 4685, including yesterday’s 1.4% hit.

 

Energy: 

 

Last Wednesday, during the early hours of the Thursday session – so, technically just four trading sessions ago – November crude oil traded briefly over $95 per barrel.  This after a ±$3.50 per barrel advance above $94.00 per barrel during Wednesday’s session.  As of this typing, crude oil is in the throes of a ± $5.00 / 5.6% correction and within pennies of trading to $84 per barrel: an $11,000 per contract move.  Along side it, November heating oil corrected ±32 cents per gallon, a ±$13,400 per contract move.

 

Helping today’s sell-off was yesterday’s American Petroleum Institute report showing stocks at the Cushing, Oklahoma hub – where West Texas oil futures deliveries are processed – had increased for the first time in eight weeks.  Likely because no surprises accompanied the announcement, crude took the news in stride that Saudi Arabia and Russia announced that the voluntary production cuts currently in place will remain until the end of the year as planned, despite recent higher prices.

 

Softs: 

 

New all-time highs in orange juice futures just keep coming.  Last month, November orange juice futures gained another ±37 cent per pound – a ±$2,550 per contract move – to trade over $3.50 per pound.  Ongoing disease called citrus greening has damaged upwards of 75% of Florida’s orange crop.

 

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Futures Trading Levels

10-05-2023

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ISM, ADP, PPI and more! + Futures Trading Levels for Oct. 4th

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Tomorrow traders need to pay attention to multiple reports, fed members speaking and more!

Should be a busy day across the board, make sure to know which reports are coming and what time, scroll down to see reports and times!

 

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10-04-2023

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The Week Ahead Outlook + Futures Trading Levels for Oct. 3rd

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The Week Ahead….Labor, Labor and More Labor….

By Senior Broker, John Thorpe

Labor, Labor, Labor Critical to the outlook for monetary policy is how the cooling in the labor market is shaping up or rather cooling down. This week is a heavy data week about the U.S. Labor market. remaining days with a Labor data set to be released. First, Tuesday morning at 9:00a.m. Central time, the August J.O.L.T.S Job Openings and Labor Turnover report will be released. Conditions are expected to reflect low unemployment rates and a moderate number of job openings.

Wednesday @ 7:15 CDT the ADP National Employment report, expectations here are for private payrolls to expand but at a slower pace than in previous reports. Thursday the Challenger report will be released @ 6:30 CDT . layoffs are expected here but could actually show hiring plans consistent with strong consumer spending expectations over the holiday shopping season. Also, on Thursday ,Initial jobless claims for the week ended September 30 at 7:30 CDT will probably remain in line with recent weeks.  Finally, the Big one on Friday morning @ 7:30 am CDT Non Farm Payrolls. ..an increase of 160,000 jobs are expected. From Econoday.com they say this ” Historically, the September employment numbers strongly tend to come in below forecast, but also strongly tend to subsequently see an upward revision. Should the September change in nonfarm payrolls be a disappointment, it would be well to wait for the next month’s report before concluding that the labor market is softening more than previously thought.”

 

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10-03-2023

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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.