May 20, 2026
Memorial Day Holiday - Revised Hours
In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday, there are revised trading hours.
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May 13, 2026
PPI Report - Day Trading Margins Back to Normal
In anticipation of the PPI (Producer Price Index) Report that was released on Wednesday, 5/13/26 at 7:30 am CT, Day Trading Margins on equity index markets will were temporarily increased.
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May 12, 2026
CPI Report - Day Trading Margins Back to Normal
In anticipation of the CPI (Consumer Price Index) Report that was released on 5/12/26 at 7:30 am CT, Day Trading Margins on the Equity Index Markets were temporarily increased.
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May 8, 2026
Employment Situation Report - Day Trading Margins Back to Normal
In anticipation of the Employment Situation Report, Day Trading Margins on the Equity Index Markets were temporarily increased. Day Trading Margins on the Equity Index markets have returned to normal.
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April 13, 2026
Energy Markets - Day Trading Margins Increase
In anticipation of uncertainty and possible high volatility, day trading margins were temporarily increased over the weekend. Energy markets remain increased.
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April 2, 2026
Good Friday Holiday - Revised Hours
In observance of the Good Friday Holiday, there are revised trading hours.
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March 25, 2026
Understanding CME Market Data – Level 1 vs. Level 2
When trading futures, having access to the right market data is just as important as your strategy. One of the most common questions we receive at GFF Brokers is: “What’s the difference between Level 1 and Level 2 Market data—and which one do I actually need?”
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February 20, 2026
2025 Tax Year - 1099 Forms
1099 forms will be generated for all futures trading accounts held by US clients that placed any trades during the 2025 calendar year.
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August 22, 2023
Speculators vs Hedgers – A Simple Guide
Futures traders are generally classified as either speculators or hedgers. While both use futures contracts, speculators seek to profit from price movements, whereas hedgers use futures to reduce business risk and protect against unfavorable price changes.
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June 6, 2019
CFDs vs. Micros Eminis
Micro Eminis trade on centralized markets, so why trade CFDs when you can trade Micro Emini Futures?
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