CQG Desktop is a simplified CQG product capable of executing futures and options on futures trades, as well as analyzing and charting commodity markets. 

Web-based platform (Mac Compatible) with a mobile application.CQG Desktop Futures and Options on Futures Trading Platform

Cost: $25 per month plus 25 cents per trade.

CQG Desktop is the next generation of trading and data visualization from the original data and analytics expert you've trusted for more than 35 years. CQG Desktop offers trading, market data, charting, and analytics all in one easy-to-use product that can be customized to meet your trading needs.

The new web-based technology doesn't require any software to download so it's easier than ever to access the markets with CQG. Popular features from other CQG products have been built into CQG Desktop, making it an easy switch from CQG Trader for customers looking to take advantage of charts and better graphics, including heat maps, account monitors, and more.

Leveraging HTML5 as the framework, CQG Desktop offers more options for customization, including the ability to white label and/or integrate with other applications for maximum control over accounts, risk management, and customer experience. Embed CQG Desktop within your website, customer portal, third-party news or data application, and more. We're giving you the tools to leverage our global market coverage while still using the systems you want.

Key Futures and Options Trading Features

  • Charts and analytics
  • Hybrid Order Ticket (HOT)
  • Quote boards, Quote SpreadSheet, heatmaps
  • Orders and Positions
  • RSS news

 

Futures and Options Trading Booksby Carley Garner

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