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Aluminum Futures, NFP Report and Trading Levels for 07.07.2023

Posted on by Ilan
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The Labor Dept. releases its monthly Non-farm payrolls report tomorrow at 7:30 AM Central. Known as NFP ( non farm payrolls), unemployment report.

It’s widely considered to be one of the most important and influential measures of the U.S. economy and the report is released at 7:30 A.M., Central Time on the first Friday of the month.

Aluminum futures continue to gain market adoption and provide market participants the confidence they need to manage their aluminum price risk.

 

Volume in Q2 has hit record levels with average daily volume (ADV) over 4K contracts, up 197% year-over-year as of June 30. Q2 average open interest (OI) was 3,420 contracts, up from 457 contracts in Q2 2022, with 275 unique counterparties trading through the quarter.

 

The active outright for Aluminum is September, and the Bloomberg code is ALE3 . It will roll to October, ALE4 , on Monday, July 17.

See daily chart below and feel free to contact us with ANY questions.

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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.

Futures Trading Levels

for 07-07-2023

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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.

Important Reports Tomorrow, Trading Competition + Levels for July 6th

Posted on by Ilan
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Bullet Points, Highlights, Announcements

By Mark O’Brien, Senior Broker

 

General: it’s that time of the month again: we’re a couple of days from when the Labor Dept. releases its monthly Non-farm payrolls report. It’s widely considered to be one of the most important and influential measures of the U.S. economy and the report is released at 7:30 A.M., Central Time on the first Friday of the month.

To review, the Labor Dept.’s Bureau of Labor Statistics surveys about 141,000 businesses and government agencies, representing approximately 486,000 individual work sites. The report excludes farm workers, private household employees, domestic household workers and non-profit organization employees. The report also includes other detailed industry data including the overall unemployment rate as a percentage of the total labor force that is unemployed but actively seeking work, wages, wage growth and average workday hours.

 

Energy: West Texas crude oil futures (basis Aug.) is trading up ±$2.50/barrel / ±3% today near $72/barrel on the heels of joint Saudi Arabia / Russia announcements of supply cuts. The former announced it would extend its voluntary output cut of 1 million barrels per day out to August. Russia committed to lowering its August output and export levels by 500,000 barrels per day. Typically, the Fourth of July holiday marks the peak of the U.S. travel season.

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Use the Cannon Futures Trader Simulated Trading Environment and a virtual account of $100,000 to trade CME Group Equity Index futures. Increase your balance as much as possible between July 9th and July 21st for your chance to win!

 

Duration

Start date: July 9th 2023

End date: July 21st 2023

Prizes

1st Place: $1200

2nd Place: $850

3rd Place: $450

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Plan your trade and trade your plan.

 

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

for 07-06-2023

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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.

Nasdaq Futures and The Stock Market

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Read more about Nasdaq Futures here.

Nasdaq futures represent a segment of stocks that trade on the Nasdaq stock exchange. The Nasdaq futures index allows traders and investors to speculate or hedge their positions on the future value of the Nasdaq Composite Index, which comprises a wide range of technology and growth-oriented stocks.

The Nasdaq Composite Index is composed of more than 3,000 stocks, but the major stocks in the component of the Nasdaq futures index can be identified by their market capitalization, liquidity, and influence on the overall performance of the index. Here are some of the major stocks commonly included in the Nasdaq futures index:

  1. Apple Inc. (AAPL): Apple is one of the largest and most valuable companies globally, known for its consumer electronics, software, and services. It has a significant impact on the Nasdaq Composite Index due to its market capitalization and high trading volume.
  2. Microsoft Corporation (MSFT): Microsoft is a technology giant that develops software, hardware, and cloud services. It has a strong presence in the Nasdaq futures index and has been a major driver of the index’s performance over the years.
  3. com, Inc. (AMZN): Amazon is a multinational e-commerce company that offers various products and services, including online retail, cloud computing, and digital streaming. Its inclusion in the Nasdaq futures index is crucial due to its market dominance and substantial market capitalization.
  4. Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL, GOOG): Alphabet is the parent company of Google, the world’s largest search engine. Its stock is widely traded and is an influential component of the Nasdaq futures index, reflecting the company’s significant presence in the technology sector.
  5. Facebook, Inc. (FB): Facebook is a social media conglomerate that operates several popular platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger. It plays a substantial role in the Nasdaq futures index as one of the most recognizable and widely used social media companies globally.
  6. Tesla, Inc. (TSLA): Tesla is an electric vehicle manufacturer and clean energy company that has gained significant attention in recent years. Its inclusion in the Nasdaq futures index is driven by its market capitalization and the growing interest in the electric vehicle industry.
  7. Nvidia Corporation (NVDA): Nvidia is a leading semiconductor company specializing in graphics processing units (GPUs) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Its stock is a major component of the Nasdaq futures index, given its influence on the technology and gaming sectors.
  8. Netflix, Inc. (NFLX): Netflix is a renowned streaming service provider, offering a vast library of movies, TV shows, and original content. Its inclusion in the Nasdaq futures index reflects its influence on the media and entertainment industry.
  9. Intel Corporation (INTC): Intel is a multinational technology company specializing in the design and manufacturing of semiconductors, including microprocessors and other computer hardware components, contributing to its presence in the Nasdaq futures index. Its products are widely used in personal computers, servers, and data centers.

These are just a few examples of the major stocks that form part of the Nasdaq futures index. It’s important to note that the composition of the index may change over time as new companies emerge and others decline in prominence. Traders and investors interested in the Nasdaq futures should closely monitor the index’s components and stay updated on any changes that may occur.

Nasdaq futures provide investors with an opportunity to participate in the performance of the Nasdaq Composite Index, which represents a broad range of technology and growth-oriented stocks. These futures contracts can be utilized for short-term, mid-term, and long-term investing strategies, depending on an individual’s investment goals and risk tolerance. Here’s a breakdown of how Nasdaq futures can be utilized across these different timeframes:

  1. Short-term Investing in Nasdaq Futures: Short-term investing in Nasdaq futures involves taking advantage of short-term price fluctuations and market trends. This approach typically involves holding positions for a few days to a few weeks. Here are some strategies to consider for short-term investing:
    • Technical Analysis: Utilize technical indicators, chart patterns, and trend analysis to identify short-term price movements and potential entry and exit points.
    • Day Trading: Engage in frequent buying and selling of Nasdaq futures contracts within a single trading day, aiming to profit from intraday price volatility. This strategy requires careful monitoring of market conditions and quick decision-making.
    • News-based Trading: Stay informed about relevant news and events that may impact the Nasdaq Composite Index and individual stocks. Capitalize on short-term opportunities that arise from significant news announcements or market reactions.
  2. Mid-term Investing in Nasdaq Futures: Mid-term investing in Nasdaq futures focuses on capturing larger market trends and holding positions for several weeks to several months. This approach allows for a more comprehensive analysis of market conditions and provides the opportunity to benefit from sustained price movements. Consider the following strategies for mid-term investing:
    • Trend Following: Identify and follow major trends in the Nasdaq Composite Index using technical indicators, moving averages, or trend lines. Enter positions in the direction of the prevailing trend and exit when the trend shows signs of reversal.
    • Swing Trading: Take advantage of short-term price fluctuations within a broader trend. Look for entry points on pullbacks or price retracements and exit when the price reaches resistance levels or shows signs of exhaustion.Here are some swing trading techniques that can be applied to Nasdaq Futures trading:
      1. Identify the Trend: Before initiating any swing trade, it’s important to identify the overall trend of the market. This can be done by analyzing price charts, trend lines, moving averages, and other technical indicators. Swing traders typically aim to align their trades with the prevailing trend to increase the probability of success.
      2. Timeframe Selection: Swing trading involves holding positions for a few days to several weeks. Traders need to select an appropriate timeframe that suits their trading strategy and aligns with the anticipated duration of the swing trade. It’s common for swing traders to use daily or weekly charts for analysis and decision-making.
      3. Support and Resistance Levels: Swing traders often focus on support and resistance levels as key areas for trade entry and exit. Support levels act as price floors, where buying interest typically increases, while resistance levels act as price ceilings, where selling pressure often intensifies. Traders can look for swing trade opportunities when the price bounces off support or breaks through resistance.
      4. Technical Indicators: Swing traders commonly use technical indicators to identify potential entry and exit points. Popular indicators for swing trading include moving averages, oscillators (such as RSI or Stochastic), and momentum indicators (such as MACD). These indicators can provide signals of overbought or oversold conditions, trend reversals, or price divergence.
      5. Set Clear Entry and Exit Criteria: Swing traders should establish clear criteria for entering and exiting trades. This includes determining specific price levels, stop-loss orders, and profit targets. By setting these criteria in advance, traders can manage risk effectively and maintain discipline in their trading approach.
      6. Risk Management: Effective risk management is crucial in swing trading. Traders should determine the maximum amount they are willing to risk on each trade and ensure that their position sizes are appropriate. Utilizing stop-loss orders is essential to limit potential losses, while profit targets can be set to secure gains and prevent greed-driven decision-making.
      7. Regular Monitoring and Adjustments: Swing traders need to actively monitor their positions and the market conditions. Regularly reviewing and adjusting stop-loss levels and profit targets based on price movement and new information is important. It’s essential to stay updated with relevant news, earnings reports, and other market events that may impact the Nasdaq Futures.
      8. Trade Journaling and Evaluation: Maintaining a trading journal to record all trades and outcomes is valuable for swing traders. Analyzing past trades can help identify patterns, strengths, and weaknesses in the trading strategy. It allows traders to learn from their experiences and make necessary adjustments to improve performance.
    • Fundamental Analysis: Analyze the financial health, growth prospects, and market positioning of individual stocks within the Nasdaq Composite Index. Make investment decisions based on a company’s fundamentals, including earnings, revenue growth, and industry trends.
  3. Long-term Investing in Nasdaq Futures: Long-term investing in Nasdaq futures involves a more strategic approach, aiming to capture the overall growth potential of the technology sector over an extended period. This approach is suitable for investors with a longer time horizon and a belief in the long-term viability of the technology industry. Consider the following strategies for long-term investing:
    1. Buy-and-Hold: Invest in Nasdaq futures contracts with the intention of holding them for an extended period, such as months or years. This strategy allows investors to benefit from the long-term growth potential of the Nasdaq Composite Index.
    2. Diversification: Spread investments across different sectors and stocks within the Nasdaq Composite Index to reduce risk and capture broader market trends. Diversification can be achieved by using index-based Nasdaq futures contracts or through the selection of individual stocks.
    3. Dollar-cost Averaging: Invest a fixed amount at regular intervals, regardless of the current market price. This approach reduces the impact of short-term market fluctuations and allows investors to accumulate positions over time.

Regardless of the chosen investment timeframe, it is important to conduct thorough research, stay updated on market trends, and closely monitor positions. Nasdaq futures, like any investment, carry risks, including market volatility and the potential for losses. It is advisable to consult with a financial advisor or seek professional guidance before engaging in Nasdaq futures investing to ensure that it aligns with your financial goals and risk tolerance.

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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.

Major Commodity Exchanges for Crude Oil and Oil Futures Trading

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Commodity exchanges play a crucial role in facilitating the trading of various commodities, including crude oil and oil futures. These exchanges provide a platform for buyers and sellers to engage in transactions, hedge risks, and determine the prices of commodities. Several major commodity exchanges around the world are known for their active trading of crude oil and oil futures. Let’s explore some of these exchanges, their geographic locations, the types of crude oils traded, and the top five producers of crude oil globally.

    1. New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) – United States: The New York Mercantile Exchange, located in New York City, is one of the world’s largest and most influential commodity exchanges. NYMEX offers an array of energy futures contracts, including the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil futures, which are considered the benchmark for oil pricing in the United States. WTI crude oil is a light, sweet crude oil known for its low sulfur content.
      • Overview of NYMEX Crude Oil Futures: NYMEX Crude Oil Futures represent a contract to buy or sell a specific quantity of WTI crude oil at a predetermined price and delivery date in the future. The contract size for NYMEX Crude Oil Futures is 1,000 barrels of oil. The pricing of these futures contracts is based on the price of WTI crude oil, which is a benchmark for oil prices in the United States and serves as a reference for global oil markets.
      • Speculation: NYMEX Crude Oil Futures attract speculative traders who aim to profit from short-term price movements. These traders analyze various factors such as supply and demand fundamentals, geopolitical events, and economic indicators to make informed trading decisions. Speculative trading adds liquidity to the market and contributes to efficient price discovery.
    2. Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) – United Kingdom: The Intercontinental Exchange, based in London, operates the ICE Futures Europe, where a significant volume of crude oil and oil futures contracts are traded. The Brent crude oil futures, the most widely recognized benchmark for oil pricing worldwide, are traded on this exchange. Brent crude oil is sourced from the North Sea and is known for its higher sulfur content compared to WTI.
    3. Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) – United Kingdom: The Intercontinental Exchange, based in London, operates the ICE Futures Europe, where a significant volume of crude oil and oil futures contracts are traded. The Brent crude oil futures, the most widely recognized benchmark for oil pricing worldwide, are traded on this exchange. Brent crude oil is sourced from the North Sea and is known for its higher sulfur content compared to WTI.
      • Importance of INE Crude Oil Futures: INE Crude Oil Futures plays a crucial role in China’s efforts to enhance its energy market and strengthen its influence in the global oil market. As the world’s largest energy consumer, China’s demand for crude oil continues to rise. By establishing a domestic futures contract, China aims to gain more control over its oil pricing, reduce reliance on international benchmarks, and develop a pricing mechanism that better reflects regional supply and demand dynamics.
      • Contract Specifications: The INE Crude Oil Futures contract is denominated in Chinese Yuan (CNY) and trades on the INE. The contract size is 1,000 barrels of crude oil, with delivery months extending for the next 12 calendar months. The crude oil grade specified in the contract is medium sour crude oil, allowing market participants to trade a specific grade of oil that is relevant to the Chinese market.
    4. Dubai Mercantile Exchange (DME) – United Arab Emirates: The Dubai Mercantile Exchange, located in Dubai, facilitates the trading of various energy futures contracts, including the DME Oman Crude Oil Futures. The DME Oman contract serves as a benchmark for pricing Middle East crude oil exports to Asia. Oman crude oil is a medium sour crude known for its higher sulfur content.Contract Specifications: DME Crude Oil Futures represent the delivery of Dubai, Oman, or Upper Zakum crude oil. The contract specifications include the following:
      • Underlying Commodity: Dubai, Oman, or Upper Zakum crude oil
      • Contract Size: 1,000 barrels
      • Tick Size: $0.01 per barrel
      • Pricing Unit: U.S. Dollars per barrel
      • Contract Months: Up to 36 consecutive months
      • Trading Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 02:00 pm to 11:30 pm Gulf Standard Time (GMT+4)
      • Delivery Location: Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
    5. Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) – India: The Multi Commodity Exchange, based in Mumbai, India, operates the MCX Crude Oil futures These contracts enable participants to trade Indian crude oil futures. The Indian crude oil basket comprises a mix of various crude oil types, including Brent, Dubai, and Omani crudes.
      • Contract Specifications: MCX Crude Oil Futures contracts have specific specifications that traders need to understand. The contract size for MCX Crude Oil Futures is typically 100 barrels, denominated in Indian Rupees (INR). The minimum price fluctuation, also known as the tick size, is INR 1 per barrel. This means that a price change of INR 1 per barrel results in a profit or loss of INR 100 per contract.
      • Factors Affecting MCX Crude Oil Futures Prices: Several factors impact the prices of MCX Crude Oil Futures. These include:
        1. Global Crude Oil Market: MCX Crude Oil Futures prices are influenced by international crude oil prices, particularly benchmark prices like Brent Crude or West Texas Intermediate (WTI). Supply and demand dynamics, geopolitical events, production cuts or increases by major oil-producing countries, and changes in global economic conditions all play a significant role in determining crude oil prices.
        2. Currency Exchange Rates: As MCX Crude Oil Futures are denominated in Indian Rupees, fluctuations in currency exchange rates, particularly the USD/INR exchange rate, can affect the prices of MCX Crude Oil Futures. A stronger Indian Rupee relative to the US Dollar can potentially lower the prices of MCX Crude Oil Futures and vice versa.
        3. Inventory Data: Inventory reports, such as the weekly crude oil inventory data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), can influence crude oil prices and subsequently impact MCX Crude Oil Futures. Changes in inventory levels, indicating either a build-up or drawdown of crude oil stocks, provide insights into supply-demand dynamics and can impact market sentiment.
        4. Macroeconomic Factors: Broader economic factors, such as GDP growth, inflation rates, and monetary policy decisions, can impact crude oil prices. Economic indicators that reflect the health of major oil-consuming nations, including India, can influence MCX Crude Oil Futures prices.

Ranking of the Top Five Producers of Crude Oil Worldwide:

  1. United States: The United States is the world’s largest producer of crude oil, thanks to its significant shale oil production. The country has experienced a surge in oil production in recent years, driven by advancements in extraction technologies such as hydraulic fracturing (fracking).
  2. Saudi Arabia: As the leading producer within the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Saudi Arabia holds substantial reserves and maintains a high level of crude oil production capacity. The country plays a crucial role in global oil markets and has a significant influence on oil prices.
  3. Russia: Russia has consistently been one of the top producers of crude oil It possesses vast oil reserves and operates expansive oil fields. Russian oil production is a vital component of the country’s economy, contributing significantly to its export revenues.
  4. Canada: Canada is renowned for its vast oil sands reserves, particularly in the province of Alberta. The extraction and production of oil from these unconventional sources have propelled Canada into the ranks of the world’s major crude oil
  5. Iraq: Iraq holds significant oil reserves, making it one of the top producers globally. Despite facing geopolitical challenges, the country has managed to sustain and increase its oil production, contributing substantially to the global crude oil supply.

Major commodity exchanges worldwide facilitate the trading of crude oil and oil futures contracts, providing a platform for market participants to engage in transactions and manage price risks. Geographic locations such as the United States, the United Kingdom, China, the United Arab Emirates, and India are home to prominent exchanges where various types of crude oils are traded. Additionally, the top five producers of crude oil globally include the United States, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Canada, and Iraq, with each country playing a significant role in shaping the global oil market.

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.

Weekly Newsletter: Trading Contest, 4th of July Trading Hours + Levels for July 2nd

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Cannon Futures Weekly Newsletter Issue # 1152

 

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In this issue:

  • Important Notices – 4th of July Trading Schedule
  • Trading Resource of the Week – Trading Contest. Simulated Account, Real Cash Prizes!
  • Hot Market of the Week – Kansas City/Chicago Wheat Spread
  • Broker’s Trading System of the Week – Intraday NQ Trading System
  • Trading Levels for Next Week
  • Trading Reports for Next Week

 

 

July 4th Sched

Trading Resource of the Week – Trading Contest – Win Real Cash Trading Simulated Account!

Equity Index Futures Trading Challenge

Sign up for the Cannon Trading via clearing partner StoneX + CME Group Equity Index Futures Trading Challenge for your chance to sizzle the competition this summer – Trade Micro, E-mini, and Standard size contracts on the S&P, NASDAQ, Russell, and Dow Jones in a risk-free environment while competing with fe11ow traders for a cash prize•.

Use the Cannon Futures Trader Simulated Trading Environment and a virtual account of $100,000 to trade CME Group Equity Index futures. Increase your balance as much as possible between July 9th and July 21st for your chance to win!

 

Duration

Start date: July 9th 2023

End date: July 21st 2023

Prizes

1st Place: $1200

2nd Place: $850

3rd Place: $450

Sign up NOW

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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
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.
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.
The September Kansas City- Chicago wheat spread completed its second downside PriceCount objective and responded with a key reversal and corrective trade. At this point, IF the chart can resume its break with new sustained laws, the third count would project a possible run to the 43 Cent 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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The performance shown above is hypothetical in that the chart represents returns in a model account. The model account rises or falls by the average single contract profit and loss achieved by clients trading actual money pursuant to the listed system’s trading signals on the appropriate dates (client fills), or if no actual client profit or loss available – by the hypothetical single contract profit and loss of trades generated by the system’s trading signals on that day in real time (real‐time) less slippage, or if no real time profit or loss available – by the hypothetical single contract profit and loss of trades generated by running the system logic backwards on back adjusted data. Please read full disclaimer HERE.
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Daily Levels for July 3rd, 2022
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  • Trading Reports for Next Week

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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.

Trading Competition! Win REAL Cash + 4th of July Trading Hours

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Equity Index Futures Trading Challenge

Sign up for the Cannon Trading via clearing partner StoneX + CME Group Equity Index Futures Trading Challenge for your chance to sizzle the competition this summer – Trade Micro, E-mini, and Standard size contracts on the S&P, NASDAQ, Russell, and Dow Jones in a risk-free environment while competing with fe11ow traders for a cash prize•.

Use the Cannon Futures Trader Simulated Trading Environment and a virtual account of $100,000 to trade CME Group Equity Index futures. Increase your balance as much as possible between July 9th and July 21st for your chance to win!

 

Duration

Start date: July 9th 2023

End date: July 21st 2023

Prizes

1st Place: $1200

2nd Place: $850

3rd Place: $450

Sign up NOW

 

 

Independence Day July 4th Day 2023 Holiday Schedule for CME / Globex and ICE Exchange

Click on image below for full schedule

Independence Day July 4th Day 2023 Holiday Schedule for CME
Independence Day July 4th Day 2023 Holiday Schedule for CME

 

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Plan your trade and trade your plan.

 

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

for 06-30-2023

#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG
#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG

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.

Trading Competition! Win REAL Cash + 4th of July Trading Hours

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4th of July is around the corner! Make sure you are aware of the modified trading hours.

Bullet Points, Highlights, Announcements

By Mark O’Brien, Senior Broker

 

General (agriculture): 

 

The U.S. is well into summertime and with it agricultural futures, particularly field crops like corn, wheat and soybeans have gained in stature as already-planted crops are growing and developing toward their fall harvest.  At the same time, corn, wheat and soybean futures contracts have seen seasonal and meaningful increases in trade volume.  Along side this development, this year has seen noteworthy volatility in price movement.  To provide some perspective on this year’s U.S. crop season is the futures exchange where these agricultural products’ futures contracts are traded: CME Group.  While its exchanges make up the world’s largest operator of financial derivatives, it’s also an important source of futures research and education, with a collection of courses, lessons and webinars on trading, as well as a wealth of academic resources.  For example, take a look at their report on corn released this week entitled, “Vol is High by the Fourth of July.”  Get an understanding of how this crop year compares to other recent ones and what could be in store for prices.

 

More general (energy) 

 

Keep an eye on the third-smallest country on the continent and the second-least populated there.  It’s also one of the least densely populated countries on Earth (±10 people/mi²) with over 40% of its population living below the country’s poverty line.  Because ever since the discovery of a collection of astonishing and promising oil finds in recent years – estimated at over 11 billion barrels of oil reserves off its coast – Guyana in South America has become an enlivened player on the world stage.  With infrastructure investment dollars and know-how coming in from major energy players like Exxon Mobile, a formal invitation to join OPEC (so far, rebuffed), Guyana with a population of barely 800,000, has become the world’s fastest growing economy and is now ranked as having the fourth-highest GDP per capita in the Americas after the United States, Canada, and The Bahamas.

 

What level of attention have energy futures paid to the introduction of the largest addition to global oil reserves in the last 50 years?  The early answer is very little, but worthy of monitoring.  At ±360,000 barrels per day currently, Guyana barely moves the needle alongside the current ±90 million barrel-per day production globally.  Still, oil demand is expected to decline in the coming decades and OPEC’s influence over oil prices has regressed in recent years as non-OPEC countries like the U.S. Brazil, Guyana and Egypt have collectively impacted the global supply/demand dynamic.  This puts Guyana in a position to be an influential player as it works to increase production – with a planned 1 million barrels per day output by 2028.

Plan your trade and trade your plan. 

 

Equity Index Futures Trading Challenge

Sign up for the Cannon Trading via clearing partner StoneX + CME Group Equity Index Futures Trading Challenge for your chance to sizzle the competition this summer – Trade Micro, E-mini, and Standard size contracts on the S&P, NASDAQ, Russell, and Dow Jones in a risk-free environment while competing with fe11ow traders for a cash prize•.

Use the Cannon Futures Trader Simulated Trading Environment and a virtual account of $100,000 to trade CME Group Equity Index futures. Increase your balance as much as possible between July 9th and July 21st for your chance to win!

 

Duration

Start date: July 9th 2023

End date: July 21st 2023

Prizes

1st Place: $1200

2nd Place: $850

3rd Place: $450

Sign up NOW

 

 

 

 

 

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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.

Futures Trading Levels

for 06-29-2023

#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG
#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG

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.

Trading Competition! Win REAL Cash + Levels for June 28th

Posted on by Ilan
Get Real Time updates and more on our private FB group!

Equity Index Futures Trading Challenge

Sign up for the Cannon Trading via clearing partner StoneX + CME Group Equity Index Futures Trading Challenge for your chance to sizzle the competition this summer – Trade Micro, E-mini, and Standard size contracts on the S&P, NASDAQ, Russell, and Dow Jones in a risk-free environment while competing with fe11ow traders for a cash prize•.

Use the Cannon Futures Trader Simulated Trading Environment and a virtual account of $100,000 to trade CME Group Equity Index futures. Increase your balance as much as possible between July 9th and July 21st for your chance to win!

 

Duration

Start date: July 9th 2023

End date: July 21st 2023

Prizes

1st Place: $1200

2nd Place: $850

3rd Place: $450

Sign up NOW

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.

Futures Trading Levels

for 06-28-2023

#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG
#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG

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.

Choppy week ahead? Margins Explained + Levels for June 27th

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The Week Ahead:

By John Thorpe, Senior Broker

 

Which economic number(s) can direct the Equity markets this week?

The answer , in advance of the upcoming July 4th week, is probably very few.

Most of the reports releasing this week will probably not shed any new light on what is already known. so far, with the aid of a strong labor market, the US economy is sufficiently resilient to remain out of recession despite the aggressive series of rate hikes begun in March 2022 to fight inflation.

For us traders, it will always remain important to know the TIME these reports are going to be released so you can anticipate the market behaving differently up to, during and following these government report releases. whether they are considered barn burners or not.

With possible statistical chance for range bound and choppy trading, traders may want to look at trading intraday spreads or even swing trading spreads such as Russell versus ES.

All times CDT – Tuesday Durable Goods 7:30 am,

Consumer Confidence and new home sales at 9:00 am,

Wednesday Fed Chair Jerome Powell 8:30 am,

Thursday GDP 3rd look at 1st quarter and Jobless claims, both at 7:30 am.

Friday, personal income and outlays.

Plan your trade and trade your plan. 

 

Day trading Margins?

Overnight Margins?

Initial? Maintenance?

Watch the video below for a brief explanation on all of the above!

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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.

Futures Trading Levels

for 06-27-2023

#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG
#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG

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.

Independence Day July 4th Day 2023 Holiday Schedule for CME / Globex and ICE Exchange

Posted on by Ilan

Independence Day July 4th Day 2023 Holiday Schedule for CME / Globex and ICE Exchange

July 4th Sched

 

*Dates and times are subject to change

If you have any questions, please call the CME Global Command Center at +1 800 438 8616, in Europe at +44 800 898 013 or in Asia at +65 6532 5010

Globex® Independence Day July 4th Day 2023 Holiday Schedule for CME / Globex and ICE Exchange

More details at: http://www.cmegroup.com/tools-information/holiday-calendar.html 

Detailed holiday hours for ICE Futures: https://www.theice.com/holiday-hours

The above sources were compiled from sources believed to be reliable. Cannon Trading assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions.  It is meant as an alert to events that may affect trading strategies and is not necessarily complete.  The closing times for certain contracts may have been rescheduled.

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.