Achieving Ultra-Low Latency in Trading Infrastructure
This article outlines common technology, networking, and trading strategy decisions needed to achieve ultra-low latency.
Legging In: A Primer on Trading Complex Derivatives
Creating complex orders requires an understanding of the structure of the options and futures markets. Here’s what you need to know to trade this order type.
Micro E-Mini Futures for Institutional Investors
Micro e-mini futures aren’t just for less sophisticated investors. They also can provide useful liquidity and precision for institutional traders.
Getting Started with Calendar Spreads in Futures
Calendar spreads are a useful futures product for hedging, market exposure, and alpha generation. Learn the basics and the market data needed to use them.
Which Options Market Data Feed Do You Need?
Matching options market data to latency, market depth, and complex order needs is critical to a firm’s profitable trading.
Accessing Real-Time Futures Market Data
The US futures market maintains relatively centralized liquidity. Still, understanding the market structure ensures you have defined feed set requirements.
Why Trading Index Options Continues to Grow in Popularity
The continuing popularity of index options highlights unique ways to cut costs on trading.
What Can High Open Interest Indicate About Options?
Open interest is a valuable indicator for trend direction and strength in the options market. It also can help traders save with the OPRA feed.
The Guide to the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT)
While the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT)’s data collection requirements are challenging, the data will also help firms perform more thorough trade analysis.