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Get Started Trading Index Futures Using Micro Contracts from the CME
Micro index futures from the CME (Chicago Mercantile Exchange) are an excellent entry point for retail traders. These contracts are 1/10 the size of standard E-mini futures, with lower margins and risk. Popular ones include Micro E-mini S&P 500 (/MES), Nasdaq-100 (/MNQ), Dow Jones (/MYM), and Russell 2000 (/M2K). They track major US indices with high liquidity.
The emini micros from the CME are new small size index futures, which are great for those getting started day trading the emini index markets.
Key Benefits of Micro Contracts
Lower Capital: Day trading margins ~$50-1,000 per contract (broker-dependent; e.g., $576 for /MES at some).
Reduced Risk: Smaller tick value (e.g., $1.25/point for /MES vs $12.50 for E-mini).
Accessibility: Trade major indices without big account sizes.
24/5 Liquidity: Nearly round-the-clock trading.
Step-by-Step to Get Started
Choose a Broker: Select one with CME access and low commissions (e.g., NinjaTrader Brokerage, Interactive Brokers, TradeStation, or AMP Futures). Many...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwsiXkPV0bM
A video to explain how e mini traders can use the forex market to discover market sentiment, and in particular the aud/jpy.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxYx_rC9Lx8
Oil was one of the casualties of yesterday's market meltdown and in this video, we have some dramatic price action in the WTI contract highlighted by our Quantum indicators in multiple time frames.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3UsEEPlIR8
A dramatic price waterfall can trigger FOMO in many traders but understanding the candles and volume can help to identify potential entries. In this video, we illustrate this in real-time....
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How to Trade Forex Ahead of the London Open
The hours ahead of the London forex open are quiet. Asian session winds down. Volatility drops. Many traders wait. But this period offers preparation advantages. Spot early sentiment. Position for London surge. Volume price analysis (VPA) reveals subtle clues.
Session crossovers can catch many traders as volatility enters the market. Using multiple time frames and non-time-based charts can help traders navigate these tricky trading times. This video breaks down the price action on the gbp/aud before the London open.
Why Trade Ahead of London Open
London open (8:00 GMT) brings liquidity explosion. But Asian close sets tone. Carryover momentum often continues. Early positioning avoids crowded entries. Low volume ranges build pressure. VPA spots this—low volume extremes signal potential breakouts.
Quantum currency strength indicator ranks currencies pre-open. This shows relational leaders.
Preparation and VPA Signals
Use the quiet time wisely:
Scan Relational Strength: Quantum matrix highlights extremes. Strong AUD vs weak JPY = risk-on bias.
VPA in Low Volatility:...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMz3llNBkeY
One of the decisions we have to make as traders is whether we prefer to trade trends, reversals or breakouts. That decision can only be made from an understanding of chart structure and having the best tools available. In this video, we explain how this can be achieved in the forex markets in particular using our proprietary currency strength indicator....
https://youtu.be/8CpODxPkX90
Learn How to Read the Economic Data and What It Reveals in the Cycle
Economic data releases drive market moves. Traders must learn to read them correctly. Data reveals where we are in the economic cycle. This guides sentiment and trading decisions. Volume price analysis (VPA) adds confirmation. Learn how to read the economic data and what it reveals in the cycle
Key Economic Indicators and Cycle Phases
The cycle has four phases: recovery, expansion, slowdown, recession. Leading indicators like PMI signal early turns. Coincident indicators (GDP, employment) show current state. Lagging indicators (unemployment rate) confirm trends.
Strong data (high PMI, low unemployment) points to expansion. Weak data signals slowdown. Central bank responses follow—rate hikes in expansion, cuts in recession.
How Data Reveals Cycle Position
Positive surprises boost risk-on sentiment. Commodity currencies (AUD, CAD) strengthen. Negative surprises favor safe-havens (JPY, CHF). Volume price analysis confirms reactions—high volume on moves shows conviction.
Trading with Data and VPA
Wait for data release. Watch initial reaction. Use VPA for confirmation—high volume...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UvB2SBMUx8
The Importance of Trading with Multiple Time Frames (NinjaTrader)
Trading with multiple time frames is essential for success. It provides context. Higher timeframes show the big picture trend. Lower timeframes reveal precise entries and exits. This alignment reduces false signals. NinjaTrader excels for multi-timeframe trading.
In this morning's London forex webinar our focus was on the yen pairs as improved market sentiment had seen some great moves in both aud/jpy & nzd/jpy. Gbp/jpy had been lagging but strong buying of the British pound helped to propel the pair higher. The webinar also considered using multiple time frames to find significant levels of support and resistance to help determine whether the trend would continue or not.
Why Multiple Time Frames Matter
Single timeframe trading misses the full story. A 5-minute chart looks bullish. But daily shows downtrend. Multiple views align direction. Volume price analysis (VPA) confirms strength across frames. High volume on higher timeframe moves validates lower timeframe setups.
VPA and Quantum Tools on NinjaTrader
Volume price...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTKvytVb4f8
Volume price analysis can be applied to all markets and time frames and when combined with the Quantum indicators. In this video we first looked at market sentiment through the prism of the Japanese yen and whether the open of the London session would continue the positive vibe Asia Pac or whether a reversal would be on the cards....
