Top 3 Reasons Active Traders Choose Futures —
And Why RJO Futures is the Right Partner
Active traders need flexibility, capital efficiency, and the ability to react quickly to market conditions. Futures trading provides unique advantages that allow traders to operate with fewer limitations, manage risk, and access global markets 24/7. Here’s why futures stand out—and how RJO Futures helps you maximize these benefits.
No Pattern Day Trading Rules
Stock traders face restrictions under the Pattern Day Trader (PDT) rule, which limits those with less than $25,000 in their account to three day trades within a rolling five-day period. This rule forces traders to either maintain a higher account balance or limit their trading activity, reducing opportunities. Learn about PDT rules.
Futures traders, however, are not subject to PDT rules. They can trade as often as needed as long as the account meets the margin requirements for day trading or for holding positions overnight. This flexibility allows active traders to take advantage of market opportunities without capital restrictions.
Why Trade with RJO Futures?
No PDT restrictions – Trade as often as you want, and no $25,000 minimum balance is required.
Direct access to a wide range of futures markets including, stock indexes, currencies, commodities, energy and interest rates.
Reliable trading platforms designed for active traders who need fast execution and real-time data.
Hedging Opportunities
in Uncertain Markets
Markets are volatile. Economic shifts, geopolitical events, and central bank decisions can create rapid swings in stocks and currencies. While some speculators often ride out market downturns, active traders/hedgers need strategies to protect capital and manage risk.
Futures and options on futures provide efficient hedging tools, allowing traders to offset risk in equity portfolios, hedge inflation through commodities, or protect against rising interest rates. A futures account it gives the active trader the ability to use futures and options on futures to mitigate risk.
Example Hedging Strategies with Futures:
Equity Portfolio Protection:
Hedge stock exposure using S&P 500 or Nasdaq futures.
Inflation Protection:
Use gold, crude oil, or agricultural futures to hedge against rising prices.
Interest Rate Risk Management:
The treasury futures contracts can be used to manage the fluctuations in interest rates.
Why Trade with RJO Futures?
24-hour market access through professional trading platforms.
Deep liquidity across global futures exchanges, ensuring efficient execution outside U.S. market hours.
Dedicated customer support is available whenever futures markets are open.
24-Hour Market Access
Unlike stocks, which are limited to regular trading hours and restricted pre-market/after-hours sessions, futures trade nearly 24 hours a day, five days a week. This lets active traders respond immediately to breaking news, economic data, and overnight market movements.
Why This Matters for Active Traders:
No waiting for the market to open –
React instantly to global news, earnings reports, and macroeconomic events.
Trade while stock markets are closed –
Avoid gaps that occur between the stock market’s close and the next day’s opening.
Access to international markets –
Trade futures on global commodities, interest rates, and currencies during active trading hours.
Why Trade with RJO Futures?
24-hour market access through professional trading platforms.
Deep liquidity across global futures exchanges, ensuring efficient execution outside U.S. market hours.
Dedicated customer support is available whenever futures markets are open.
Futures Trading Gives You More Flexibility— RJO Futures Helps You Make the Most of It
Futures provide active traders with freedom from PDT restrictions, the ability to hedge market risk, and access to global markets 24/7. Whether you’re looking for a trading edge, portfolio protection, or increased market access, RJO Futures has the tools, expertise, and platforms to help you succeed.
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