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Trading Futures on FOMC Day

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The following are my PERSONAL suggestions on trading during FOMC days:

 

·    Reduce trading size

·    Be extra picky = no trade is better than a bad trade

·    Choose entry points wisely. Look at longer time frame support and resistance for entry. Take the approach of entering at points where you normally would have placed protective stops. Example, trader x looking to go long the mini SP at 3925.00 with a stop at 3919.00, instead “stretch the price bands” due to volatility and place an entry order to buy at 3919.75 and place a stop a few points below in this hypothetical example (consider current volatility along with support and resistance levels).

·    Expect the higher volatility during and right after the announcement

·    Expect to see some “vacuum” (low volume, big zigzags) right before the number.

·    Consider using automated stops and limits attached to your entry order as the market can move very fast at times.

·    Keep in mind statement comes out at 1 Pm Central time, the news conference which dissects the language comes out 30 minutes later so the volatility window stretches out.

·    Know what the market was expecting, learn what came out and observe market reaction for clues

·    Be patient and be disciplined

·    If in doubt, stay out!!

A Cannon broker will be able to assist, provide feedback and answer any questions.

 

 

 

Plan your trade and trade your plan. 

Short Video: Intro to FED WATCH

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

Futures Trading Levels

5-03-2023

#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG
#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG

 

Economic Reports, Source: 

Forexfactory.com

 

This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgement in trading.

Futures Trading Intraday Spreads

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Intraday Spread Trading?

One trading strategy worth considering for stock index traders is spread trading, where a single position in the market consists of the simultaneous purchase of one futures contract and sale of a related futures contract. In spread trading, the strategy involves gauging how the price difference between two futures contracts—the spread—will change. Spread trading is focused more on the price difference between the two contracts – often highly correlated – and less on the prices of the outright contracts themselves. One basis for employing spread trading is that it can be easier to take advantage of price discrepancies between two stock index futures than to predict price movements in either of the underlying contracts. Some of the most invested players in futures trading – and arguably the most sophisticated – include large speculators and commercial firms regularly employ spreads.

 

Because spread trades involve both a long and a short position in contracts that are related to each other, they are generally viewed as less volatile and therefore less risky than an outright position in a single contract. Additionally, since spread positions generally reflect lower market risk, there are lower margin requirements. For example, as of this blog post, the spread between one E-mini S&P 500 futures contract and one E-mini Nasdaq receives a 70% reduction from their combined initial margin requirements. The spread between the E-mini S&P 500 and the E-mini Dow Jones receives an 88% reduction in their combined initial margin requirements.

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Plan your trade and trade your plan. 

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

Futures Trading Levels

4-27-2023

#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG
#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG

 

 

Economic Reports, Source: 

Forexfactory.com

 

This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgement in trading.

Gold to Silver Ratio + Futures Trading Levels for April 19th 2023

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What is the Gold to Silver Ratio?

By John Thorpe, Senior Broker

As inflation has taken the top step in conversations about the global economy and the resultant effects that longer term inflation has on purchasing power we have begun to witness precious metals prices rise for a number of reasons. I suggest current demand for these metals are reflecting inflationary hedges, deflationary protection, supply constraints and Geopolitical uncertainty, especially in the age of Fiat currency. Many “Gold Bugs” follow what is called the Gold /Silver ratio. The gold-to-silver ratio is a measure of how many ounces of silver it takes to buy one ounce of gold. It is calculated by dividing the current price of gold by the current price of silver.

Historically, the gold-to-silver ratio has fluctuated widely. In ancient Rome, the ratio was set at 12:1, meaning it took 12 ounces of silver to buy one ounce of gold. In the 20th century, the ratio averaged around 47:1, but has ranged from as low as 16:1 during times of economic prosperity to as high as 100:1 during times of economic crisis.

Today, the gold-to-silver ratio is often used as an indicator of economic health. When the ratio is low, it is seen as a sign of a strong economy and bullish market sentiment, as investors are willing to take on more risk and invest in silver. When the ratio is high, it is seen as a sign of economic uncertainty or a bearish market sentiment, as investors flock to gold as a safe-haven asset.

Today the Ratio is @ 79.83 and dynamic. Here is graphical representation of 100 years of data provided by Macrotrends.com

It’s important to note that the gold-to-silver ratio is just one indicator among many that investors use to assess market conditions, and should not be relied on in isolation.

 

 

Plan your trade and trade your plan. 

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

Futures Trading Levels

4-19-2023

 

#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG
#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG

 

 

Economic Reports, Source: 

Forexfactory.com

 

This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgement in trading.

CPI + Minutes + 04.12.2023 Trading Levels

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After two days of very light volume in stock index futures, I suspect tomorrow will be a different ball game.

CPI Tomorrow! The CPI will be critical to the inflation outlook for Fed policymakers.

Previous CPI reports have created velocity logic events in the stock indices at the CME.

Please read more details about velocity logic and price banding HERE.

The above reports will Bookend the FOMC minutes release @1pm CT on tomorrow.

If you recall the FED Meeting Black out period was before the Bank issues so don’t expect too much verbage about the banking situation in this report.

 

Plan your trade and trade your plan. 

First Notice and Last trading Days for the month of May below

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

Futures Trading Levels

4-12-2023

#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG
#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG

 

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Economic Reports, Source: 

Forexfactory.com

 

This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgement in trading.

FOMC Tomorrow + 03.22.2023 Trading Levels

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FOMC Tomorrow

 

The following are my PERSONAL suggestions on trading during FOMC days:

 

·    Reduce trading size

·    Be extra picky = no trade is better than a bad trade

·    Choose entry points wisely. Look at longer time frame support and resistance for entry. Take the approach of entering at points where you normally would have placed protective stops. Example, trader x looking to go long the mini SP at 3925.00 with a stop at 3919.00, instead “stretch the price bands” due to volatility and place an entry order to buy at 3919.75 and place a stop a few points below in this hypothetical example ( consider current volatility along with support and resistance levels).

·    Expect the higher volatility during and right after the announcement

·    Expect to see some “vacuum” ( low volume, big zigzags) right before the number.

·    Consider using automated stops and limits attached to your entry order as the market can move very fast at times.

·    Keep in mind statement comes out at 1 Pm Central time, the news conference which dissects the language comes out 30 minutes later so the volatility window stretches out.

·    Know what the market was expecting, learn what came out and observe market reaction for clues

·    Be patient and be disciplined

·    If in doubt, stay out!!

 

A Cannon broker will be able to assist, provide feedback and answer any questions.

 

 

Micro E-mini Futures and Options Webinar

Access new markets with the enhanced suite from CME Group

CME Group invites you to attend an online event focusing on the Micro E-mini futures and options suite on Wednesday, March 22.

Join us as Craig Bewick, Senior Director of Client Development & Sales, and Paul Woolman, Global Head of Equity Products, discuss the trading performance and rise in liquidity of Micro E-mini Equity futures and options. In addition, they will cover recent enhancements to the suite, including the introduction of Micro E-mini S&P MidCap 400 and SmallCap 600 futures as well as the Micro E-mini Monday-Thursday Weekly options.

Follow the link below to register for this online event. Further instructions will be provided following registration.

REGISTER HERE 

DATE:

March 22, 2023

TIME:

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. (CT)

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (GMT)

 

 

 

Plan your trade and trade your plan. 

Trading Futures, Options on Futures, and retail off-exchange foreign currency transactions involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.  You should carefully consider whether trading is suitable for you in light of your circumstances, knowledge, and financial resources. You may lose all or more of your initial investment. Opinions, market data, and recommendations are subject to change at any time when it comes to Futures Trading.

Futures Trading Levels

3-22-2023

#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG
#ES, #NQ, #YM, #RTY, #XBT, #GC, #SI, #CL, #ZB, #6E, #ZC, #ZW, #ZS, #ZM, #NG

Improve Your Trading Skills

Get access to proprietary indicators and trading methods, consult with an experienced broker
 1-800-454-9572 Explore trading methods. Register Here

 

Economic Reports, Source: 

Forexfactory.com

 

This is not a solicitation of any order to buy or sell, but a current market view provided by Cannon Trading Inc. Any statement of facts here in contained are derived from sources believed to be reliable, but are not guaranteed as to accuracy, nor they purport to be complete. No responsibility is assumed with respect to any such statement or with respect to any expression of opinion herein contained. Readers are urged to exercise their own judgement in trading.