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11/19/08
 



Futures, Options and Commodity Trading Resource


• Silver Futures
• Copper Futures
• Platinum Futures
 
• Natural Gas Futures
• Unleaded Gas




 


Trading - the Futures Option Instrument:

Specifically the futures option refers to an option on a futures contract.This type of option applies to both commodity and financial instruments and when the contract is exercised, it is settled normally in cash.

Futures Contracts
The process, hedger and speculator traders and settlement.
Options Contracts
Types options; puts and calls and the trading process.*

Hedging - Hedge Ratios - Reasons
Strategy motivations for hedging and ratio to help manage risk.

Trading Markets

GOLD SILVER COPPER PLATINUM
CRUDE OIL LIGHT SWEET CRUDE HEATING OIL NATURAL GAS
Sweet Crude


Futures Commodity Trading Exchanges
The exchanges for the United States and Gobally, including commodities traded on the respective exchanges.

CFTC NFA
Regulation for the futures industry and participating traders.


* See American & European for those option styles

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Inherent Risk of Futures and Options Trading: An important factor to remember in dealing in futures and options is that they can be extremely risky and volatile. Even with the most sophisticated, state-of-the-art trading systems, you the trader however astute bear this risk. Never rely on a single source to base your investment decisions on. Your investments, after all, may thrive or vanish.

The investor should always perform complete and thorough research and analysis from multiple sources and always consult a professional before making any investment decisions.