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Introduction to Commodity Futures and Options by Nick Battley
  • Introduction to Commodity Futures and Options

  • by Nick Battley
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      • Product code: 1977
      • ISBN: 1557389209, ISBN13: 9781557389206, 145 pages, paperback
        Published by Irwin in 1995 , 2nd edition
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      Description of Introduction to Commodity Futures and Options

      A complete introduction to the industry, this book takes you from the basic principles through to trading techniques, with all the necessary technical terms fully explained in a straightforward and easily understood manner. It includes:

      - The basic principles of futures trading

      - How the markets operate and who are the players

      - The vital issues of regulation and malpractice

      - Full details about options, futures and relevant financial instruments

      - An invaluable fully-illustrated guide to trading floor hand signals

      Reviews

      'This book is one of the most helpful introductions to commodity futures I have ever come across.'
      Trevor Christmas, Director of Business Development, International Petroleum Exchange

      Contents of Introduction to Commodity Futures and Options

      1. The Standard Contract

      2. The Basic Principles of Futures Trading

      3. The Physical Market and the Futures Market

      4. The Clearing and Delivery Mechanisms

      5. The Players

      6. Liquidity

      7. The Principles Of Differential Trading

      8. Basis Trading

      9. Price Convergence

      10. EFPs and ADPs

      11. Orders and Executions

      12. Price Movement

      13. Regulation and Malpractice

      14. Variations

      15. Options

      Appendix: Hand signals


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