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Perpetual futures in derivatives market appear novel to CFTC …

What are perpetual futures. The Commodity Futures Exchange Commission is seeking comments regarding the use of perpetual contracts in derivatives markets. Perpetual futures are derivative contracts without an expiration date. A derivative is a financial contract whose value is dependent on an underlying asset. A derivative can be sold over-the-counter or on an exchange. The … Continue reading Perpetual futures in derivatives market appear novel to CFTC …

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Investor protection: Why a trader should be wary of her broker’s knowledge of the economy.

I just finished reading an article written by David Kelly, chief global strategist at JP Morgan Asset Management. In the article, Dr. Kelly shares his thoughts on what he describes as “the delicate health of the economic expansion.” Dr. Kelly estimates that gross domestic production may be viewed as stagnant based on GDP numbers due … Continue reading Investor protection: Why a trader should be wary of her broker’s knowledge of the economy.

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CFTC Approves Final Rule Amending the Capital and Financial Reporting Requirements of Swap Dealers and Major Swap Participants

Washington, D.C. — The Commodity Futures Trading Commission today announced it has approved a final rule that amends the capital and financial reporting requirements of Swap Dealers (SDs) and Major Swap Participants (MSPs). The amendments make changes consistent with CFTC Staff Letter No. 21-15 regarding the tangible net worth capital approach for calculating capital under CFTC Regulation 23.101, … Continue reading CFTC Approves Final Rule Amending the Capital and Financial Reporting Requirements of Swap Dealers and Major Swap Participants