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
Christmas Holiday Schedule
In observance of the Christmas Holiday, there are revised trading hours. REVISED TRADING HOURS (CST) Wednesday, Dec 24th Equity, Interest Rate & Livestock – Early Close at 12:15 PM CST Energy, FX, Cryptocurrencies & Metal – Early Close at 12:45
UPDATE Day Trading Margins Increase Lifted – related to CPI Report release
In anticipation of the CPI (Consumer Price Index) Report that was released on Thursday, 12/18/24 at 7:30 AM CT, Day Trading Margins for index were temporarily increased. Day Trading Margins have returned to normal.
UPDATE Day Trading Margins Increase Lifted – related to Employment Situation Report release
In anticipation of the Employment Situation Report that was released on 12/16/25 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 PPI Report release
In anticipation of the PPI (Producer Price Index) Report that was released on Tuesday, 11/25/25 at 7:30 AM CT, Day Trading Margins were temporarily increased. Day Trading Margins have returned to normal.
Thanksgiving Holiday
In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, there are revised trading hours. REVISED CLOSING HOURS (CST) Thursday, Nov 27th Equity & Interest Rate – 12:00 PM Energy & Metal – 1:30 PM Friday, Nov 28th Grains & Lumber – 12:05 PM
Temporary Day Trading Margins Increase – related to volatility in Gold & Silver markets
In response to recent volatility in Gold & Silver markets, day trading margins will be temporarily increased TODAY at 3:15 CT until further notice. Temporary Day Trading Margin increases will be set as follows: Ironbeam & Dorman Accounts: Day Trading
Labor Day Holiday
In observance of the Labor Day Holiday, there are revised trading hours. There will be a trading halt at 12:00 PM CST on Monday, Sep 1st for: Equity & Interest Rate Products. There will also be a trading halt that day
From Stocks to Futures: Why Some Traders Are Making the Switch
For years, stock markets have attracted retail and institutional traders alike, offering liquidity, variety, and opportunity. But there’s a new frontier—well, not new, but increasingly popular—attracting traders looking for more leverage, tax advantages, and around-the-clock action: futures trading. If you’re
July 4th Holiday
In observance of the Independence Day Holiday, there are revised trading hours. Thursday, July 3rd: There will be an early close at 12:15 PM CST on 7/3 for the Equity markets. Friday: July 4th: There will be an early close