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.
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
Understanding CME Market Data – Level 1 vs. Level 2
When trading futures, having access to the right market data is just as important as your strategy. One of the most common questions we receive at GFF Brokers is: “What’s the difference between Level 1 and Level 2 Market data—and which
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 2025 calendar year. Traders will be able to access their 1099 forms through their portal
Presidents Day Holiday
In observance of the Presidents Day Holiday, there are revised trading hours. There will be a trading halt at 12:00 PM CST on Monday, Feb 16th for: Equity & Interest Rate Products. There will also be a trading halt that
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
In observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday, there are revised trading hours. There will be a trading halt at 12:00 PM CST on Monday, Jan 19th for: Equity & Interest Rate Products. There will also be a trading
New Year’s Holiday Schedule
In observance of the New Year’s Holiday, there are revised trading hours. REVISED TRADING HOURS Wednesday, Dec 31st Markets will close at the normal time. Markets will NOT reopen for the US Night Session. Thursday, Jan 1st Markets Closed for the