For educational purposes, we review the circumstances and nature of a handful of commodity markets in the summer of 2023 and offered some ideas on speculative strategies and hedging techniques.
Futures and Options Trading Booksby Carley Garner
What People are Saying about Our Commodity Trading Books
Choosing a Futures Broker and Brokerage Service
Full-Service or Online Trading?
The decision to trade online or through a full-service commodity broker will undoubtedly make a large impact on your bottom line.
A Fair Commission Rate vs. Low Commission
To look at commission rates objectively, we must understand the background of the futures industry and how brokerages accept risk for fees.
Choosing a Commodity Brokerage Firm
Deciding on a commodity brokerage firm is a significant decision and shouldn’t be taken lightly. Not all traders and brokers are compatible.
Choosing a Futures and Options Broker
Most traders in search of a futures broker are concerned primarily with trading platforms, commission, and quality guidance.
The Truth about Futures Commission
The goal of futures trading should be to MAKE money, not SAVE it! Discount commodity brokers cut corners that cost their clients time & money.
Commodities via Futures or ETFs?
A key difference to trading commodity futures over ETFs is leverage, but there is more to discuss, such as taxes, market hours, and efficiency.