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In my opinion, you need to think in terms of context. In this specific strong market, gaps may not necessarily get filled. If the market is weak then gaps could potentially get filled.

If you want to also have a functionality of trading on the charts, I suggest Multicharts. Net and You can connect it to CQG or Rithmic. They have rebuilt their charts specifically for 4K charts. I think there are many good platforms, but the charting on MC is one of the better ones in terms of...

There are many other solutions for trading. Maybe should have a backup broker?

In my opinion Day Trading is about the choice of risk not always about the frequency of trading. Those who day trade do not want to have overnight exposure and choose different parameters to evaluate the markets. To the outside beginner, day trading seems like one universe where a day trader...

When beginners ask which method they should choose what they really ask is what set of the right decision making would allow them to have a positive expectancy. What I propose is to work backward: Decide under what circumstances you should not take a trade or operate. For example, what type of...

Both approaches have their own challenges. In my opinion, trend followers have the difficulty of holding on to long-term gains and have the fear of losing out in case a retracement occurs. Day traders theoretically should come objective to the marketplace each day, but they also have their...

I respect your decision to walk away and looking into other ventures. This is not for everyone. But I see that you have listed a number of clearing firms with a specialty in different asset classes. If you "jumped" from one asset to another, I may present certain challenges. I am not saying...

You can take a look at the clearing firms we offer: https://optimusfutures.com/Select-Futures-Clearing-Merchant.php Based on your margin needs, frequency of trading and software needs, we would help you select the right clearing. We try to stay flexible and give you a few options. Contact...

Across all US-based FCMs.

I don't disagree with My colleague above that smaller firms can not afford to have large overnight exposure. Also, I would never encourage anyone to overleverage his/her account even if they are given low margins as that would not be prudent risk management. But, we nevertheless choose to deal...

Why should one system across all asset classes? Some traders need to apply one system for ES and then a totally different one for NQ/RTY, etc. If you have a system that works on indices then just trade that and not force it on other groups. That is just my advice. What I find interesting...

Maybe your broker charges more in fees on less liquid markets.

We suggested a few resolutions for the upcoming year that may help those who are starting out http://optimusfutures.com/tradeblog/archives/top-trading-resolutions-for-improved-trading-results-in-2018/ I wish you well and appreciate the challenge you are up against.

Every brokerage, especially a large one, is governed by the country that it is in. I do not believe SIPC would apply if you hold the funds in a UK bank or institution.

Yes, but they were the first ones to "swallow paint and throw up", hence the price. :-)

As the saying goes....."Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication"

You need to enable CBOE data to receive the quotes for XBT Bitcoin Futures.

We now accept customers for the CBOE Bitcoin Futures

Hello Guys, We accept customers to trade Bitcoin Futures. Some of our FCMs have started allowing this contract while having specific restrictions on margin requirements. Please gain contact if you wish to trade these contracts. Again, this is for the CBOE only as CME has not been launched...

Right click inside any of the empty quote boxes on the OAK trading software and then you should see Strategies. Once you click on that you will see the predefined strategies. Once you choose your predefined strategy, you can request an RFQ.