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	Did You Know? The price of sugar has risen 80% this year, reaching a 28-year high. The USDA estimates the average person consumes 47.2lbs of sugar per year, and consumes another 37.8 lbs of high-fructose corn syrup yearly, a ubiquitous sweetener made.

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by Richard Ilczyszyn
If you are new to futures trading and are thinking about day-trading, it’s important to establish a plan of action even before you open your account. Many people have found success with this approach, but there are a few things to pay attention to first.

Managed Futures (CTA) & Systems “Seasonality”
by Tim Merryman
Investors are probably aware of certain seasonal tendencies or factors affecting the equity and commodities markets. This article examines whether the performance of managed futures (commodity trading advisors) experience seasonal tendencies as well..

Monthly Market Memo
by MF Global Research
MF Global Research analysts say equities should pick up steam by
month-end, as earnings confidence improves. Metals should remain
supported by a weak dollar and improving demand.