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Introduction to Futures with Jonathan McKeever
Jonathan McKeever introduces what futures are and how we trade futures at Simpler Trading.
Conclusion
Jonathan McKeever concludes this section with a recap of what you learned and previews what you’ll discover in the next few sections.
Futures Tax Treatment
Futures traders are required to report their gains and losses, along with their regular income tax returns in order to comply with regulations.
Getting Started with a Futures Account
Discover the 7 steps to getting started with futures and learn about our recommended trading platforms and brokers.
5 Components of Futures Trades
Jonathan McKeever breaks down the 5-step checklist when entering a futures trade. Before you take a futures trade, make sure you understand these items.
Futures Ticker Symbols
Futures symbols differ from stocks. Each futures market has a specific ticker symbol that is followed by symbols for the contract month and the year.
Hedging and Speculation
Who trades futures? Learn about the two types of market participants that use futures contracts.
Futures Terminology to Know
Review commonly used futures terminology that will help you understand the trading jargon.
Leverage
Discover how the leverage involved in trading futures allows for small changes in price but large changes in your position