From the March 01, 2010 issue of Futures Magazine • Subscribe!
BATS Exchange received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission to operate a U.S. equity options platform (expects to launch Feb. 26). www.batsoptions.com
International Securities Exchange (ISE) has made a strategic investment in Hanweck Associates, a financial services provider for institutional investors. ISE also launched currency options on the Brazilian real. www.ise.com/fx
FXOptions.com, an online trader community dedicated to FX options, has launched. www.fxoptions.com
5 words of wisdom for trading metals
One of the questions we hear most often is, “What does it take to be a successful trader?” George Gero shares five tips for success in this preview to May's Trading 101 article.
JPMorgan packages notes linked to bank loan ETF to tap demand
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is capitalizing on growing investor appetite for risky assets by selling securities betting on corporate debt.
Tap into oil volatility using an options spread
Over the past week crude oil prices have been rocked by conflicting macroeconomic data and a suspected price-fixing scandal, leaving many investors questioning the validity of current price levels. Tap into that volatility with a put spread.
S&P 500 marches higher in face of “Fedspeak”
Overall, the bull market frenzy is picking up and we still believe the E-mini S&P 500 will finish this year at 1690 or higher.