In anticipation of the PPI (Producer Price Index) Report that was released on Tuesday, 4/14/26 at 7:30 AM CT, Day Trading Margins on equity index markets were temporarily increased. Day Trading Margins on equity index markets have returned to normal.
Futures Trading
UPDATE – Day Trading Margins on Equity Index Markets Back to Normal
Day Trading Margins on Equity Index Markets are Back to Normal. Reminder: Day Trading Margins remain increased for Energy markets due the current political situation. Ironbeam Accounts: CL $20,000 | QM $10,000 | MCL $2,000 Dorman Accounts: Day Trading margins
UPDATE Day Trading Margins Increase Lifted – related to CPI Report release
In anticipation of the CPI (Consumer Price Index) Report that was released on 4/10/26 at 7:30 AM CT, Day Trading Margins on the Equity Index Markets were temporarily increased. Day Trading Margins on the Equity Index markets have returned to
UPDATE Day Trading Margins Increase Lifted – related to Employment Situation Report release
In anticipation of the Employment Situation Report that was released on 4/3/26 at 7:30 AM CT, Day Trading Margins on the Equity Index Markets were temporarily increased. Day Trading Margins on the Equity Index markets have returned to normal.
Good Friday Holiday Trading Schedule
In observance of the Good Friday Holiday, there are revised trading hours. Please be aware that any open positions must meet the Exchange Maintenance Margin Requirement 15 minutes before the market halt. Equity Markets – Normal Hours on Thursday and
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
Gold Futures Shine Amidst Stock Market Turbulence in 2025
In a year marked by economic uncertainty and market volatility, gold futures have become a desirable choice for some investors seeking stability. As of May 29, 2025, gold futures are trading around $3,292.50 per ounce, reflecting a robust performance amidst
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
How Traders Can Navigate Extreme Market Volatility – Tariff News
An original GFF Brokers article from February 2022: “How Traders Can Navigate Extreme Market Volatility,” offers valuable strategies for managing turbulent markets. Given the recent surge in market volatility due to new U.S. tariffs, GFF Brokers is publishing an updated
Trading Crude Oil Futures – Basics on the Legacy Lifeblood of Global Industry
Among all physical commodities, crude oil is arguably the most liquidly-traded of them all. It’s liquidity is greater than its other energy counterparts, greater than the metals, and certainly greater than grains and livestock. Of all physical commodities, crude oil