Futures trading can be a great way to make money, but it can also be a risky business. The key to success is having the right strategy and knowledge. Learning the ins-and-outs of futures trading can help ensure that your investments are secure, and that you’re making wise decisions. Here are some tips to […]
When it comes to soybean, the value of the dollar is vital. The reason for this is simple: Soybean traders buy and sell soybean in dollars. If the dollar’s value increases, then the soybean price will decrease. Keep reading to understand how the value of the dollar affects soybean prices and how you can keep […]
Oil prices are the most vital factor of oil, and they directly impact the global market. They dictate production, production costs, supply, demand, and speculations. But what factors affect oil prices? And how do they influence the oil market? Understanding the economic factors that influence oil prices will help us make informed decisions about our […]
Gold futures are one of my favorite things to trade. I prefer to sell premium as opposed to buy premium when I am trading gold options. Typically I use naked puts, naked calls or strangles. You can also use iron condors and credit spread is you prefer defined risk. Sometimes I will use spreads, but […]
On 5/19/17 with the SQ17 soybeans trading at $954.75 I shorted August calls at $1,150.00. For the most part this trade went perfectly. At one point I could have closed for almost full profit. However, Soybeans had moved so perfectly for me I decided to leave. Oddly, this is something I rarely do in equity […]
