From the October 01, 2012 issue of Futures Magazine • Subscribe!
U.K. lobby groups say EU transaction tax will risk recovery
Three U.K. business lobby groups told the European Union its proposed financial transaction tax will harm the economic recovery.
Financial markets and the role political scandals play
Headlines recently have been dominated by political scandal. Here's how these revelations play out in the markets.
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.
Oil-price agencies to review methods on regulators’ concern
Energy price-reporting agencies said they ordered independent reviews to safeguard against market manipulation.