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Was that pun intended ("re PEAL it")? ;-) E

Hi, As for brokers that give access to futures options, I've had experience with several. But, I would recommend going directly with a major FCM--in this case, MF Global. They have a private client group and have treated me extremely well (and are very competitive on commissions...

Hi Bellman, I noticed you're in the US. Any issues with these regulations against gambling or accessing oversees places like Intrade to trade events? I was thinking about getting into this area too for fun, but remember the constant headaches accessing accounts for poker a few years back...

I've used IB in the past, but was not satisfied. Recently switched to trading directly with MF Global (through their Private Client Group-- mfglobalfutures.com). They've treated me extremely well, the rates are really cheap, and there is access to almost all major exchanges. They have quite...

Coral: Are you serious? My broker claimed it started about 2 months ago. I didn't realize it until going over my statements recently (and trade longer-term positions, so only recently put on spreads). He claimed it came from MF themselves, and was just being passed through. Now I'm...

Hi, Just to clarify--the introducing broker claims that this was something done by MF Global (the clearing firm), and that their hands are tied. They've been completely above board before, so I have no reason to distrust them. But, I am curious what is everyone's reaction who may have...

Hi, I trade through a firm that clears with MF Global. Recently, there has been a 2.50 per side "transaction fee" added onto trades cleared through MF global. What's the story behind this? Is it temporary due to the liquidity issues lately? Also, have other FCMs started hiking fees...

Hi, There are several things you can do depending on the IV level of the stock. The first thing that comes to mind is either a diagonal spread or a calendar spread. You may also be able to do a diagonalized call ratio backspread (that's a mouthful and probably overkill ;-). It all depends...

Hi, I also have verizon, and set up a wireless network a few months ago. After doing a lot of reading, there are a few things you should do that really will make it secure. The main three things: 1) Use WPA if you can (WEP if WPA not available) (these are encryption codes) 2) Use a...

As for charts/data, www.futuresource.com has intraday charting capabilities. For a spread, just type in CLM07-CLZ07, for example. Also, for extensive spread charting, check out www.scarrtrading.com. Quality software, and allows you to do most things of interest. I've used it for a couple...

This should be a fun journal. I agree, there just aren't enough people following spreads on the different chat locations (or at least not enough willing to talk about it). Regarding the last comment about MRCI's portfolio. They have an equity chart of the "hypothetical" performance from...

Great suggestion about the butterfly. I have only focused on ED spreads, and read very little about butterflies (must admit I didn't see the logic at first). But, given the current environment, I can see the use for them now. Especially with the uncertainty surrounding the feds next move...

I trade ED spreads also. Have a Dec08-Dec07 on right now, and just riding it down. All of the spreads look pretty week, and seem to be working their way down hard. But, I'm curious, why did you pick that particular projection number? There's nothing on the charts to indicate that as a...

I trade with a laptop and wireless router, and have had no problems. My broker is IB. Make sure to properly secure your wireless router (WEP or WSA key, MAC identifier, etc.). E

I've traded ED spreads for a couple of years now. Yep, I agree and was just noticing that this morning. I had a short EDu7-EDu8 trade and rode it down for a couple of months now. Decided to close it out at the beginning of January and watch to see if it continues. Looks like volatility is...

There are others on here that should be able to give you much more insight. But, to answer your question about whether it's worth it, I would say so. I have been trading eurodollar spreads for several years now (along with other occasional spreads in the ags), and it is a pretty stable...

Hi, This table may help. It has the margins for the ED/five year spreads (with appropriate ratios). http://www.cbot.com/cbot/pub/page/0,3181,2145,00.html#4a

30, part time trader in Atlanta (grad student full time). Started in equities 3 years ago, and moved to futures and options of futures about 1.5 years ago. Mainly spreads on interest rate futures, and options.

www.barchart.com www.prorealtime.com www.tradesignals.com All of these have good spread charting capabilities for free. And, www.scarrtrading.com has a whole suite of spread charts (but for a small price). Good luck!

Hi, There's also a nice suite of spread software that's pretty unique for what's found on the web. It allows you to do most of the things that you see on Moore's research. I've been using it for a few months now, and am really satisfied. Check it out at www.scarrtrading.com Good luck