Futures Market

In The Futures, Emily Lambert, senior writer at Forbes magazine, tells us the rich and dramatic history of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and Chicago Board of Trade, which together comprised the original, most bustling futures market in the world. She details the emergence of the futures business as a kind of meeting place for gamblers and farmers and its subsequent transformation into a sophisticated electronic market where contracts are traded at lightning-fast speeds.

Is it possible that the consensus around what caused the 2008 Great Recession is almost entirely wrong? It's happened before. Just as Milton Friedman and Anna Schwartz led the economics community in the 1960s to reevaluate its view of what caused the Great Depression, the same may be happening now to our understanding of the first economic crisis of this century.

A NEW YORK TIMES, WALL STREET JOURNAL, AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER The legendary investor shows how to identify and master the cycles that govern the financial markets. "A MUST-READ" Ray Dalio, bestselling author of Principles and Co-Chief Investment Officer and Co-Chairman, Bridgewater Associates...

John J. Murphy has updated his landmark bestseller Technical Analysis of the Futures Markets, to include all of the financial markets. This outstanding reference has already taught thousands of traders the concepts of technical analysis and their application in the futures and stock markets...

In this book, Paul demystifies and simplifies these patterns. He demonstrates how technology can empower traders to identify and capitalize on regular confluences, enabling them to develop effective strategies for day trading, swing trading, and investing. For over a decade, Paul has dedicated himself to streamlining once complex trading strategies. His popular xBrat trading indicator software showcases his expertise as well as his commitment to developing user-friendly software that provides clear visualizations and easily understandable rules that are accessible to traders of all levels.

Family businesses thrive in some of the world's toughest environments, providing vital lessons for businesses everywhere. The bulk of the world’s growth in population and economic activity in the foreseeable future will be generated in the developing world. This is precisely where enterprising...

Uncover the epic economic history of the one gleaming metal that forged empires, fueled wars, and defined global wealth. Perfect for an immersive commute or deep-focus learning, this fascinating journey traces human obsession from ancient mythology to modern finance. Watch how sacred treasures...

Master day trading futures with a disciplined, risk-managed system that turns market volatility into consistent income. Whether you are balancing a demanding full-time career or trying to recover from past investment failures, this pragmatic audio guide strips away the hype of complex technical...

LONGLISTED FOR THE FT/MCKINSEY BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2020 'A brilliant new book' Daily Telegraph 'Well written . . . and often entertaining' The Times 'A sparkling analysis' Prospect 'Entertaining and enlightening . . . This is a necessary critique and they make it with verve...

Wall Street legend and bestselling author Jim Rogers offers investing insights and economic, political, and social analysis, drawing on lessons and observations from his lifetime in the markets. Jim Rogers, whose entertaining accounts of his travels around the world--studying the markets from...

Protect your wealth from sudden market downturns with a calm, practical investing playbook for everyday savers. When volatile economic headlines trigger financial anxiety, you do not need a crystal ball to secure your retirement. You simply need a disciplined approach to portfolio stress-testing...

Discover the turbulent economic history of the element that forged ancient empires and fuels modern green technology. Perfect for a stimulating morning commute, this sweeping narrative completely transforms how you view global trade. Dive into a thought-provoking journey from deep geological...

Navigate the digital economy and secure your future of work by mastering the hidden data networks shaping global markets. Transform your daily commute into a high-yield learning session with this calm, grounded exploration of modern business. Strip away the relentless tech buzzwords to finally...

Trace the gripping economic history of a nation that survived collapse to build Europe's ultimate social market. Perfect for your commute or deep study sessions, this analytical journey explores the radical reinventions of a global powerhouse. From monarchy and dictatorship to division and...

Master personal finance and build passive income without letting the stock market become your stressful second job. Whether you are commuting to a demanding career or quietly planning your retirement, you can transform market confusion into calm, reliable wealth building. By focusing on...

The College Devaluation Crisis makes the case that employers and other learning and development entities are emerging to innovate new approaches to training talent that, at times, relies on the higher education sector, but increasingly operates independently in order to satisfy talent needs more agilely and effectively. Targeted primarily toward managers, the book focuses on case studies from leading companies, including Google, Ernst & Young, IBM, and Marriott, to illustrate their innovative strategies for talent development across education, age, and background.

Trace the epic history of global economics and discover how human ingenuity conquered scarcity to build modern wealth. Perfect for a productive commute, this engaging narrative sweeps you from ancient Silk Road deserts to the bustling factories of the Industrial Revolution. Immerse yourself in a...

Imagine a world in which the excess energy from one business would be used to heat another. Where buildings need less and less energy around the world, and where “regenerative” commercial buildings – ones that create more energy than they use – are being designed. A world in which...

The spread of capitalism worldwide has made people wealthier than ever before. But capitalism's future is far from assured. Capitalism at Risk draws on discussions with business leaders around the world to identify 12 potential disruptors of the global market system. Presenting examples of companies already making a difference, the authors explain how business must serve both as innovator and activist - developing corporate strategies that effect change at the community, national, and international levels. 

Imagine a world in which the excess energy from one business would be used to heat another. Where buildings need less and less energy around the world, and where “regenerative” commercial buildings – ones that create more energy than they use – are being designed. A world in which...