Ken Hughes 866-284-7124 Email Ken I believe that trading futures and options requires practicing patience. In order for my clients to reduce exposure and maximize profit potential, I instruct them to refrain from reacting prematurely to market news and allow the market to fully develop before taking action. In addition, I believe preservation of capital is critical so that my clients can take advantage of market opportunities as they develop. Therefore, I strongly encourage the use of stop orders.

 

Industry Background:

I gained invaluable experience working on the floor of the Chicago Board of Trade in the bond option pit before managing a retail options trade desk. I have also been involved in training new staff regarding the mechanics of options trading.

Market Focus:

Softs, grains, meats, stock indexes, interest rates and the energy market.

Technical Study Background:

Bar charts, Fibonacci, Stochastics, trendlines and momentum indicators.

Advisory Background:

Larry Williams, Bob Ecob, John Helms.

Trading Strategies:

I prefer pursuing trade opportunities that are based on fundamental analysis and are confirmed by an established price trend. Once the bias and entry level are identified, I use the charts to determine a specific stop-loss level along with a profit objective level. Then, I allow the market to do the rest.

Analysis Preference:

I utilize fundamental analysis to discover trade opportunities. Then, I rely on technical analysis to determine appropriate entry and exit levels.

View articles by Ken Hughes

•  Ask a Broker - Most Important Things to Know for Beginning Futures Traders - November, 2007
• Multi-Market Outlook: Ags, Metals and Energy - July 11, 2007
• Will the Fed Inspire Trend Changes in Gold and S&P? - August 1, 2006
• Sweet on Sugar - May 16, 2006

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