Getting Started in Futures - Paperback

by Todd Lofton (Author)

"If you've never traded futures but would like to, this book is highly recommended. An excellent introduction to the futures markets and also a useful reference source for the seasoned trader."
--Thomas E. Aspray, Editorial Director and Chief Analyst, Traders' Library

"No one explains complex financial strategies as clearly and intelligently as Todd Lofton. If you're intrigued by the possibility of making money in the futures markets, Getting Started in Futures is the very best place to start your education."
--Karl Weber, coauthor (with Jonathan M. Tisch) of The Power of We: Succeeding Through Partnerships

Getting Started in Futures explains in simple, easy-to-understand terms everything you need to know to start trading futures successfully. You'll learn how to forecast prices, how hedging works, and how to take advantage of new electronic trading opportunities. The updated Fifth Edition includes discussions on the increasingly important role of futures markets in foreign currencies, equity indexes, interest rates, and proper money management. You'll also fin a complete chapter on single-stock futures -- the newest financial futures market. Order your copy today!

Front Jacket

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE FUTURES MARKET

GETTING STARTED IN FUTURES

If you've never traded futures but would like to, this book is highly recommended. An excellent introduction to the futures markets and also a useful reference source for the seasoned trader.
--Thomas E. Aspray, Editorial Director and Chief Analyst, Traders' Library

No one explains complex financial strategies as clearly and intelligently as Todd Lofton. If you're intrigued by the possibility of making money in the futures markets, Getting Started in Futures is the very best place to start your education.
--Karl Weber, coauthor (with Jonathan M. Tisch) of The Power of We: Succeeding Through Partnerships

Getting Started in Futures explains in simple, easy-to-understand terms everything you need to know to start trading futures successfully. This book explains how to forecast prices, how hedging works, and how to take advantage of new electronic trading opportunities. This updated Fifth Edition discusses the increasingly important role of futures markets in foreign currencies, equity indexes, interest rates, and proper money management. There is also a complete chapter on single-stock futures--the newest financial futures market.

Back Jacket

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE FUTURES MARKET

GETTING STARTED IN FUTURES

"If you've never traded futures but would like to, this book is highly recommended. An excellent introduction to the futures markets and also a useful reference source for the seasoned trader."
--Thomas E. Aspray, Editorial Director and Chief Analyst, Traders' Library

"No one explains complex financial strategies as clearly and intelligently as Todd Lofton. If you're intrigued by the possibility of making money in the futures markets, Getting Started in Futures is the very best place to start your education."
--Karl Weber, coauthor (with Jonathan M. Tisch) of The Power of We: Succeeding Through Partnerships

Getting Started in Futures explains in simple, easy-to-understand terms everything you need to know to start trading futures successfully. This book explains how to forecast prices, how hedging works, and how to take advantage of new electronic trading opportunities. This updated Fifth Edition discusses the increasingly important role of futures markets in foreign currencies, equity indexes, interest rates, and proper money management. There is also a complete chapter on single-stock futures--the newest financial futures market.

Author Biography

Todd Lofton is a past member of the Chicago Board Options Exchange and a popular seminar speaker and writer on the subject of futures. He was president of Investor Publications, and the first publisher and editor of Futures magazine. Mr. Lofton received his master's degree in financial management from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School.