What Can We Predict About Future Inflation?

There are a variety of methods for forecasting future inflation rates, ranging from complex statistical models with hundreds of variables to hunches based on past experience. Using a simple statistical model and an even simpler estimating technique, we create a variety of projections, including various metrics regarded to be useful in predicting the trajectory of […]

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What Stock Futures?

Futures are financial derivatives that bind the parties to trade an item at a fixed price and date in the future. Regardless of the prevailing market price at the expiration date, the buyer or seller must purchase or sell the underlying asset at the predetermined price. What exactly are stock market futures? Futures contracts that […]

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What Does Bitcoin Futures Mean?

Bitcoin futures allow investors to participate in the Bitcoin (BTCUSD) market without owning the underlying cryptocurrency. They function similarly to a commodities or stock index futures contract in that they allow investors to speculate on the cryptocurrency’s future price. The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) offers cash settlement monthly contracts. How do bitcoin futures affect the […]

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