Michael McFarlin

About the Author

Michael McFarlin

Michael McFarlin joined Futures in 2010 after graduating summa cum laude from Trinity International University, where he majored in English/Communication. With the launch of the new web platform, Michael serves as web editor for the site and will continue to work on the magazine, where he focuses on the Markets and Trading 101 features. He also served as a member of the Wisconsin National Guard from 2007 to 2010. mmcfarlin@futuresmag.com

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  New for Traders: Horizon creates alternative account for excess cash balances

  By Michael McFarlin  |  June 14, 2013

  A quick look at new products and services announced from around the trading industry.

• Trading Places: Tom Wittman named head of U.S. stock markets at Nasdaq

  By Michael McFarlin  |  June 14, 2013

  A roundup of important hires and promotions from around the trading industry.

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  12 pieces of sound trading advice

  By Michael McFarlin  |  June 10, 2013

  Everyone wants to be a great trader, but few are able to truly succeed. Here are 12 pieces of trading advice from some of the most iconic traders.

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  New for Traders: Shareholders approve ICE acquistion of NYSE

  By Michael McFarlin  |  June 7, 2013

  A look at new products, services and important annoucements from around the trading industry.

• Trading Places: O'Connor named chairman at ISDA

  By Michael McFarlin  |  June 7, 2013

  A wrap-up of promotions and job moves from around the trading world.

• Trading Places: Judd Gregg named SIFMA CEO

  By Michael McFarlin  |  May 24, 2013

  A look at important hires and promotions around the trading industry including Judd Gregg's appointment as CEO at SIFMA.

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  New for Traders: CBOE launches 10-year Treasury volatility index

  By Michael McFarlin  |  May 24, 2013

  A wrap-up of new products and services from around the trading industry.

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  5 basic options strategies explained

  By Michael McFarlin  |  May 24, 2013

  Take your options trading beyond vanilla calls and puts to better manage risk with these five basic strategies.

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  New for Traders: BOX to offer jumbo options

  By Michael McFarlin  |  May 17, 2013

  A look at new products and services around the trading world.

• Trading Places: Michael Markowitz named president at Horizon Cash Management

  By Michael McFarlin  |  May 17, 2013

  Round-up of promotions and hires from around the trading industry.