Scale trading can be one of the most rewarding and at the same time riskiest methods of trading futures today. This simple yet highly disciplined approach is enjoying increasing popularity among traders. But as is the case with any high-reward strategy, there are correspondingly high risks and incredible stress on traders using this strategy. Understanding Hedged Scale Trading offers traders a way to take advantage of this trading method while dramatically reducing its risk through the judicious use of options. The book explains scale trading from the ground up, but within the context of using options to manage the accompanying risk. Topics covered include: the mechanics of scale trading; advanced scale trading techniques; rolling contracts; fundamental analysis; factors to consider in choosing a market to trade; and developing an overall scale trading plan.
Scale trading can be one of the most rewarding and at the same time riskiest methods of trading futures today. This simple yet highly disciplined approach is enjoying increasing popularity among traders. But as is the case with any high-reward strategy, there are correspondingly high risks and incredible stress on traders using this strategy. Understanding Hedged Scale Trading offers traders a way to take advantage of this trading method while dramatically reducing its risk through the judicious use of options. The book explains scale trading from the ground up, but within the context of using options to manage the accompanying risk. Topics covered include: the mechanics of scale trading; advanced scale trading techniques; rolling contracts; fundamental analysis; factors to consider in choosing a market to trade; and developing an overall scale trading plan.