This course provides a comprehensive introduction to futures markets and the strategies used to trade them effectively. Learners explore contract specifications, margining, leverage, price behavior, spread trading, and the economic forces that influence futures pricing. The course emphasizes practical strategy development, including hedging, directional trading, and intermarket approaches. Designed for traders, analysts, and market enthusiasts, it equips students with the knowledge and confidence to navigate futures markets with discipline and strategic insight.
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There are 5 modules in this class
- What is a Futures MarketUnlock this class to watch1m 56s
- What is the History of Futures?Unlock this class to watch3m 2s
- Characteristics of Products Suitable for Developing Futures MarketsUnlock this class to watch2m 40s
- Functions of Futures MarketsUnlock this class to watch3m 56s
- Forward ContractUnlock this class to watch4m 1s
- Futures ContractUnlock this class to watch1m 39s
- Comparison Between Futures & Forward ContractsUnlock this class to watch1m 13s
- How Does the Futures Market WorkUnlock this class to watch1m
- Types of Futures Market ParticipantsUnlock this class to watch4m 33s
- Types and Uses of Futures ContractsUnlock this class to watch2m 16s
- Instrument CodesUnlock this class to watch
- Specifications of Futures ContractUnlock this class to watch3m 2s
- Trading HoursUnlock this class to watch1m 38s
- Futures SettlementUnlock this class to watch1m 53s
- Expiration Date or StyleUnlock this class to watch3m 14s
- Major Components of Futures TradeUnlock this class to watch3m 29s
- Understanding MarginUnlock this class to watch3m 38s
- Clearing HouseUnlock this class to watch4m 18s
- Long “Buy” and Short “Sell” Futures ContractUnlock this class to watch4m 6s
- Price DiscoveryUnlock this class to watch2m 41s
- Mark to Market (MTM)Unlock this class to watch3m 2s
- MTM Calculations in FuturesUnlock this class to watch2m 43s
- Tick Movement — How It WorksUnlock this class to watch2m 21s
- Main Strategies for Trading FuturesUnlock this class to watch1m 52s
- Breakout TradingUnlock this class to watch4m 51s
- Range Trading Unlock this class to watch4m 20s
- Mean ReversionUnlock this class to watch4m 8s
- Spread Trading – Calendar SpreadUnlock this class to watch2m 49s
- Futures Market Calendar SpreadsUnlock this class to watch2m 46s
- Spreads and Analysts (Expanded Edition)Unlock this class to watch5m 18s
- ClosingUnlock this class to watch55s
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The course aims to provide a complete, practical guide to futures markets—covering contract definitions, market mechanics, valuation methods, and strategy design for effective futures trading.
The course is designed for finance professionals, commodity and financial traders, and risk managers seeking to strengthen their analytical and tactical skills in trading futures.
The module covers the fundamentals of futures markets, contract types, exchange rules, and the key differences between futures and forward agreements.
The course explains contract specifications, pricing codes, trading hours, margin requirements, price limits, and how clearinghouses manage settlement and reduce counterparty risk.
Learners will be able to calculate mark-to-market valuations, profit/loss, and margin calls, and apply breakout, range-trading, and calendar-spread strategies in real-world futures scenarios.
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