The 1983, Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd’s film, “Trading Places”, is a hilarious account of the ups and downs of the commodity futures market. Randolph Duke, Senior Partner of an established commodity brokerage firm, explains to Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy) just what exactly commodities are and how they are traded ..read more

The global energy futures marketplace facilitates the trade of a diverse array of participants. No matter if a producer is hedging systemic production risks or a trader is aiming to capitalize upon rapid pricing fluctuations, energy products are opportune vehicles for achieving a broad spectrum of market-related goals ..read more

A market correlation is a measure, statistical or observational that identifies a positive or negative link between the pricing of multiple assets. These relationships are used to determine the direction and relative strength of evolving price action. Currencies, commodities, debt, and equities include many interrelated markets, featuring distinct correlations between select securities ..read more

Since 2007, when the Chicago Board of Trade introduced mini-sized agricultural contracts, the products have become more attractive to traders since inception, as witnessed by the increase in trading volume. While the mini-corn, mini-wheat, and mini-soybean futures contracts mirror their respective standard contract brethren, there are some nuances to consider while trading ..read more

Perhaps the most influential four-letter word in the English language is fear. Fear is defined by the Oxford dictionary as “an unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain, or harm.” When it comes to futures trading, the pain of failure and the harm of capital loss deter a great number of people from ever entering the marketplace ..read more

The futures markets are exciting and attractive to many individuals.  However, potential traders are faced with the daunting task of determining how they should make their trading decisions.  Potential traders need to develop a trading method that fits their personality, risk tolerance, time horizon, and time commitment objectives.  We will discuss several trading styles and methods that will help the trader develop a method that best suits his or her needs ..read more

In comparison to other securities, futures exhibit many characteristics that offer traders unique opportunities. Whether you’re an intraday, day, or swing trader, these markets are attractive venues for the pursuit of nearly any financial goal. Unless you’re a traditional “buy-and-hold” investor, there are several key advantages of trading futures that make them especially alluring. The five primary advantages are ..read more

Making money in futures trading hinges upon how well you walk the fine line between risk and reward. On paper, it sounds easy ― simply cut off losers and let winners ride ― right? Well, as any veteran of the markets will tell you, trade management may be the single most challenging aspect of active trading ..read more

The profession of trader is unlike any other in society. The hours are unconventional, pay varies greatly, and performance is always under the microscope. Being a trader is 180 degrees from conventional sales or manufacturing work. It’s a discipline rooted in self-reliance, independence, and determination ..read more

Play Turner’s Take Ag Marketing Podcast Episode 375 If you are having trouble listening to the podcast, please click here for Turner’s Take Podcast episodes! New Podcast Newly elected libertarian Argentine President Javier Milei’s government is acting quick on campaign promises.  Argentina will cut the value of their Peso by 50% as part of their “shock therapy” to try to rescue their failing economic system.  Economy Minister Luis Caputo also announced deep cuts to public spending, government agencies, and energy subsidies The current inflation rate in Argentina is 150 ..read more