Research Library
In a commitment of continuing trading education for our clients, we have compiled this selection of articles and guides pertaining to commodity futures and options trading basics.
These trade articles and guides are helpful educational tools for learning to trade commodity futures and options in highly volatile market conditions.
Midwest Futures is dedicated to keeping clients informed. We believe a strong understanding of basic trading strategies, risk management, and the financial risks associated with commodity futures trading prior to investing is essential.
Articles and Guides
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A Guide to Understanding Opportunities and Risks in Futures Trading
The National Futures Association offers this publication as an educational tool for potential investors in the commodity futures markets. This intro to the risks associated with trading commodity futures, gives basic information on trading commodities in the futures markets and allows investors to gain basic knowledge about not only the risks associated with investing in commodity futures, but also the investment benefits that could be available to them.
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The Basics: Futures and Options
This educational brochure highlights commodity futures and options trading information for beginners and intermediate learners. Designed as a tool for investors and hedgers, this brochure contains helpful information on commodity futures trading.
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Investment References Inc. – Learning Options
Trading in the commodity futures and options markets can be confusing for an intermediate trader. This guide to options can help commodity traders feel more secure and knowledgeable about trading commodity futures and options.
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Managed Futures
Midwest Futures’s recommended Managed Futures accounts are highlighted in this informational publication. For more information on Managed Futures accounts, visit www.CTAFinder.com or contact us.
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NFA Education Guide
This introduction to the opportunities and risks associated with commodity futures trading gives investors a look into the basics of trading commodity futures. By evaluating the risks associated with trading commodity futures, investors can prepare themselves emotionally for the volatility of the commodity markets. The National Futures Association developed this handbook for the educational benefit of its investors.
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Scams and Swindles
In today's world of high traffic trade, it is important to understand the risks associated with trading commodity futures. Not to mention the risks associated with the growing number of scams in the marketplace. This educational guide introduces investors to the many hazards of trading and is an educational tool many investors may find helpful.