Single Stock Futures:
The
Complete Guide
 
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Price:
US$39/HK$304
(all inclusive)
Author:
Steven Greenberg
Book Type: Hardcover
Number of Pages: 200
Publisher: Traders Press
Published Date: 2002
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Description:
Trading in single stock futures will begin
shortly (scheduled for June). When it does, it will give bring
incredible new opportunities to both stock and futures traders.
Tremendous leverage, no uptick rule on short sales, and many
other advantages will be available in many individual stocks.
This is the most revolutionary development in
the financial industry in many years. This is the first book and
is the only book on this fascinating topic. It is the definitive
guide to every aspect, covering all the basics of futures,
options, margins, and the mechanics of order placement. The
background developments leading to the beginning of trading, the
exchanges where trading will take place, and trading
considerations are all covered in depth.
The many advantages of trading single stock
futures over direct ownership of securities are clearly
explained. The reader is taught everything he needs in order to
get started in trading them.
From novice trader to seasoned professional,
this book will prove a valuable addition to any investor's
trading library. Be sure that when trading starts, you are ready
to jump on the bandwagon. Order your copy today!
Contents:
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Publishers Comments
Introduction
Part 1: Futures, Options & Securities
Chapter 1: Overview
Single Stock Futures
Ban on Single Stock Futures - A Very Brief History of the
Shad/Johnson Accord
Chapter 2: The Basics of Futures, Option and
Securities
Part 2: Single Stock Futures
Chapter 3: Trading Single Stock Futures
What Exactly are Single Stock Futures?
Borrowing Stock
Going Short a Single Stock Futures Contract
Margins vs. Performance Bonds
Example: A Position in Microsoft
Pricing of Single Stock Futures
How to Calculate Fair Market Value of Single Stock Futures
Fundamental vs. Technical Trading
What is Technical Analysis?
Fundamental Analysis
Simple Trading Strategies
Selection of Stock to Trade
Brokerage Houses
Electronic Trading
Odds and Ends
Chapter 4: Where to Trade Single Stock Futures
U.S. Exchanges
NASDAQ-LIFFE Alliance (NLQX)
CME-CBOE-CBOT Alliance
American Stock Exchange (AMEX)
Island Futures Exchange
Chapter 5: Contract Specifications
Contract Size
Contract Month
Contract Expiration
Minimum Price Movement
Maximum Price Movement
Tick Value
Method Settlement
Trading Hours
Part 3: Behind the Scenes
Chapter 6: Modernizing the Commodities Exchange Act
Chapter 7: The Terms of the Shad-Johnson Iimpasse
Resolution
Specifics
Tax Treatment
Chapter 8: Sorting Out the Details
Chapter 9: Statements & Interviews
Exchanges
Brokerage Firms
Congressional Leaders
Regulators
Industry Associations
Chapter 10: Summary
Chapter 11: Questions & Answers
Appendices
Glossary
Internet Guide
Order Types
Bibliography
News Letter
About the Author
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