We all dream of being there. Successfully trading; independently or with prop. When dreams become a reality, there’s usually a good story about how it happened. Perhaps it’s luck, some might say it’s fate, or maybe it’s a decade-long endurance test of the mind, body and soul. As Futurestrader71 says about trading, “It is simple, but not easy.” Great Expectations! …

CME Group is offering traders the opportunity to expand their crypto trading strategy with the launch of Solana (SOL) futures on March 17, 2025. Traders also have the option to trade Micro SOL (MSL) for even greater precision and flexibility. SOL futures will be cash-settled and based on the CME CF Solana-Dollar Reference Rate, which serves as a once-a-day reference …

CME Group is sowing the seeds for new opportunities with the launch of Micro Ag futures on February 24, 2025. For the first time, traders can access five of the most popular agricultural commodities — Corn, Soybeans, Chicago Wheat, Soybean Oil, and Soybean Meal — in a smaller, more flexible contract size. If you’ve considered trading agricultural futures but were …

What better way to start the New Year, than being recognised as the best Futures broker? It’s no secret that EdgeClear set out to become the best at what we do! We pride ourselves on being the forward-thinking futures broker and having the best team in the industry, who are 100% committed to delivering 5-star service and helping our members …

We have some exciting news to share with the world! EdgeClear has officially integrated with TradingView, the world’s largest charting and data platform for traders. This means that you can trade seamlessly with EdgeClear directly from TradingView’s platform! With our new TradingView integration, you can connect your EdgeClear account to TradingView to trade futures with confidence and ease, all in …

CME Group Adjusting Trading Hours for U.S. National Day of Mourning to Honor Former President Jimmy Carter Following the news of the passing of former President, Jimmy Carter, CME Group has announced an adjusted trading schedule for the U.S. National Day of Mourning on January 9, 2025.  To honor the former President, major US Futures markets, including equities, interest rates …

Trading futures and stocks can be compared to navigating different terrains. Stocks are like hiking up a steady trail, where progress comes gradually with time and patience. Futures, on the other hand, involve exploring unpredictable landscapes—sometimes moving quickly over volatile ground, and other times requiring careful planning for longer-term strategies. While stocks often cater to slow and steady growth, futures …

Many futures traders, including myself, are wondering one big question—can gold sustain its push to new highs? Seeing gold print all-time-highs alongside the S&P 500 (ES) may seem unusual, as some traders view these assets as inversely correlated. Historically, a rise in the ES would coincide with a gold sell-off, and vice versa. However, this perspective is generally short-term. Let’s …

Help EdgeClear Support St. Jude EdgeClear is proud to announce that we’ll be continuing our annual tradition of fundraising for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. From December 1 – 31, we’ll be donating $100 for every member that funds a new EdgeClear account with the required minimum*. St. Jude is an amazing charity with an incredible mission. They are advancing …

There are many myths that can shape the way that traders approach the futures markets. Watching these myths, they are oftentimes built around assumptions that contribute to unrealistic expectations and unnecessary barriers for traders. Today’s myth is one that we hear frequently from traders: “You need to be glued to your screen all day to trade futures”. It is easy …

Even for traders who are consistent, disciplined, and well capitalized, trading can be filled with emotional, financial, and even physical ups and downs. No matter the amount of experience a trader has, there will always be periods of doubt. It can often be hard to stick with it after a series of tough losses. During these periods, it can be …

Navigating the futures markets calls for more than just a basic understanding of trading principles. It requires a deep dive into sophisticated strategies that set you apart from the crowd. Think of futures trading as a physical marketplace where every trader is a vendor with their own strategy and perspective. Within this busy market, advanced traders are akin to seasoned …