Introduction The man known as the “Master of the Market” has graced us with his presence for a one-of-a-kind interview. George Soros, the billionaire philanthropist and renowned currency speculator, shares with us his insights and thoughts on his legendary career, his impact on the world, and his outlook for the future. The Early Years: From […]
What is futures trading? Futures trading is the act of buying or selling contracts that obligate the holder to buy or sell an asset at a specific price and time in the future. It’s a way to speculate or hedge against price movements in commodities, currencies, stocks, or other financial instruments. Are trading futures a […]
Introduction David Einhorn, the founder of Greenlight Capital, is one of the most successful short sellers in the world. He is known for his ability to identify weaknesses in companies and bet against them. In this exclusive interview, we will delve into his journey as a hedge fund manager and get his insights on the […]
How is a Sugar No. 11 futures contract delivered? A Sugar No. 11 futures contract is delivered when the buyer accepts delivery of a specified amount of sugar from the seller at a predetermined price, date and location. What is future trading of commodities and why is it done? Future trading of commodities refers to […]
Introduction John Paulson, the American hedge fund manager, is one of the most successful short sellers of all time. Paulson rose to fame for his foresight of the subprime mortgage crisis, which earned him around $4 billion in 2007. Since then, he has established his firm, Paulson & Co., and has continued to make successful […]
Why do traders refer to the S&P 500 as ‘spoos’? “Spoos” is just a nickname that traders use for the S&P 500. It’s a playful reference to the ticker symbol of the futures contract, which is “ES”. How does ES Futures work? ES Futures allow traders to buy or sell a financial instrument that tracks […]
Introduction to John J. Murphy John J. Murphy is a renowned former technical analyst for CNBC and has over forty years of experience in the financial market. He is the face of StockCharts.com, which provides financial information to online investors through technical analysis tools. John has made appearances on various TV shows such as Bloomberg […]
What is a Futures Account in Commodity Trading? A futures account is an investment account that allows you to trade futures contracts. These contracts are agreements to buy or sell an underlying asset, such as a commodity or stock, at a set price and date in the future. What is the Key Difference between the […]
Interview with Investment Manager and Short Seller Jim Chanos Jim Chanos is a name synonymous with successful short selling. As the founder and president of Kynikos Associates, a New York City-based investment advisor, Chanos has established himself as one of the most successful short sellers in history. He is best known for his successful bet […]
Are trading futures a higher risk than trading equities? Yes, trading futures is considered higher risk compared to trading equities. The reason is that futures contracts involve leveraging, meaning you can control a large amount of an asset with a small amount of capital. This leverage can amplify gains, but also amplify losses. Is trading […]