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    Have any of you read these books?

    Of the initial list, the book you received is probably the most useful as it covers futures spread trading from different angles. I also like the Encyclopedia (MRCI) as it offers a good understanding of HOW their signals are derived (IMO much more important than presenting some black / grey...
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    WTI futures-cash spread

    I don't look at spot prices too much, but think it may be USCRWTIC Index
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    Another computer driven hedge fund closes

    I'm by no means familiar with the fund, but the fact that the overall portfolio has been around since 1998 doesn't mean this particular strategy (the Density fund) has the same experience. From the website: Fund start 06-06-2012... (http://www.densityfund.se/Fond_Fakta.html) Ok, the...
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    Best Country for Trading (Tax efficiency)

    A residence permit depends on your financial and/or employment situation, but as you said, as EU citizen it shouldn't be a problem. Tax filing again depends on your financial and/or employment situation (sorry I cannot be more specific) - Gibraltar has several options, including at least one...
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    Best Country for Trading (Tax efficiency)

    Gib is not overly expensive compared to the rest of Europe.... (I've been living here for for a number of years now, and yes I moved here to trade) Rent for a 2 bed place starts ~1k, 1 bed ~£750 (I'm talking 'acceptable' places). Of course you can get much more expensive as well.... :D For...
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    ib combo

    I think I may get what you are trying to do - but think about it: you cannot trade A/B you can only trade A-B, hence IB's combo orders will always have to be A-B Now how you generate your trading signals in your charting program is a completely different story of course....:D
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    Making sense of writing options (newb)

    Some points to consider: * "...and if market moves against you, you lose that amount." - OR MORE! (By selling an option you now have an obligation, not a right, so your theoretical loss is unlimited. * If your option had a 'negative value' of 2,500 you should have received that 'value'...
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    pair trading stocks -> options

    That is always a risk, but the same applies if you're trading the underlying... (and there's also the same chance that A is bought out, in which case you would benefit) OP was asking about pairs trading with options, I assume an understanding of the risks of pairs trading.. Sle just showed 1...
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    pair trading stocks -> options

    Pair trading using options requires a good understanding of how options move relative to the underlying and what causes options to move in general (delta, rho, vega). I suggest you educate yourself on this first and also use that time to paper trade so you get some understanding of option...
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    Follow the Smart Money / COT Analysis

    What makes you think that :D
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    which are the 3 most liquid futures markets?

    I would check my facts.... for example here: http://www.cmegroup.com/market-data/volume-open-interest/
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    hedging a...... pairs trade

    Suggest you also have a look at RRG on your terminal
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    Maverick Vs Don Bright

    Aside from your ´need´to trade from an office, was there any specific reason not to join the Canadian branch (Pairco) You mentioned your ETF pairs strategy and as far as I´m aware this would fit in perfectly with the Pairco guys... I´m sure Bright will be ble to facilitate the same...
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    bond pricing with different spot rates/ discount rates

    The 2yr rate is the expected rate of return for a 2 year investment, not for the 2nd year. Hope this helps
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    Long Sep Wheat / short sep Corn

    Please share some more information... I think MRCI provides very useful information to get started. (Note, I have no affiliation)
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    Taxes

    Last weekend :):)
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    Taxes

    Move to Gibraltar and apply for HEPPS status... :cool:
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    closing out an exchange traded spread?

    Yes :cool:
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    investorseurope.com in Gibraltar

    Not really... There are a few of us around here, but definitely not as many as a few years ago... There are some BIG traders here though! With regards to the firm mentioned - my old trading firm used to be in the same building and I walked into their offices once to check them out. (Must...
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    Stellar platform with demo account

    As far as I'm aware the software is mainly used by prop firms. I used it for some time, and like(d) some of the features of the spreader.. When I was using it (around 3 years ago) it didn't feel as 'robust' as Xtrader, Echo or RTS though. API was ok - comparable to Echo - not at the same...
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