Day trading margins were temporarily increased over the weekend due to uncertainty and possible high volatility to the markets. Day Trading Margins return to normal.
Announcements
UPDATE Day Trading Margins Increase Lifted – related to Employment Situation Report release
In anticipation of the Employment Situation Report that was released on Friday, 10/3/25 at 7:30 AM CT, Day Trading Margins were temporarily increased. Day Trading Margins have returned to normal.
UPDATE Day Trading Margins Increase Lifted – related to CPI Report release
In anticipation of the CPI (Consumer Price Index) Report that was released on Tuesday, 9/11/24 at 7:30 AM CT, Day Trading Margins were temporarily increased. Day Trading Margins have returned to normal.
UPDATE Day Trading Margins Increase Lifted – related to PPI Report release
In anticipation of the PPI (Producer Price Index) Report that was released on Wednesday, 9/10/25 at 7:30 AM CT, Day Trading Margins were temporarily increased. Day Trading Margins have returned to normal.
Juneteenth Holiday
In observance of the Juneteenth Holiday, there are revised trading hours. There will be a trading halt at 12:00 PM CST on Thursday, June 19th for: Equity & Interest Rate Products. There will also be a trading halt that day at
Memorial Day Holiday
In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday, there are revised trading hours. There will be a trading halt at 12:00 PM CST on Monday, May 26th for: Equity & Interest Rate Products. There will also be a trading halt that day
Good Friday Holiday Trading Schedule
In observance of the Good Friday Holiday, there are revised trading hours. Many markets will have a Normal Close on Thursday (4/17) at 4:00 PM CST and will remain CLOSED for FRIDAY (4/18), including: Equities, Energy, FX, Interest Rates &
1099 Information
Notice for Futures Trading Accounts: 1099 forms will be generated for all futures trading accounts held by US clients that placed any trades during the 2024 calendar year. Traders should expect to receive their 1099 forms via mail, email or
July Social Media Giveaway – $100 Amazon Gift Card
Registration Rules & Details: Follow GFF Brokers and like at least one post from any of the following social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn to be automatically registered for the giveaway. Must be at least 18 years of age.
Trading Psychology: Should You “Trust Your Gut” While Trading?
We’ve all heard the saying “trust your gut.” Many of us do this more often than we realize. Trusting your gut means looking inward, beyond the noisy chatter of thought, and toward that fuzzy space of perception–a mix of instinct,