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IFM Market Basics: New Digital, Nano Education
IFM offers a series of bite-sized learning videos that connect consumers to derivatives markets.
The nano videos, approximately 60-90 seconds in duration, explain key economic and basic market concepts and demonstrates how Wall Street directly intersects and benefits Main Street ─ every day.
Upcoming Events
Clearing 101: Exchanges, Clearinghouses and CCPs
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- Virtual Workshop. Two 90-minute sessions held over 2 days.
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Fundamentals of Futures & Options (also applicable to Series 3 Exam)
- Location
- Virtual Live. 2-hour sessions over 5 days.
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Leaving LIBOR: Understanding and Managing the Transition
- Location
- Virtual Workshop. Two 90-minute sessions over 2 days.
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Resources
FIA
FIA is the global trade organization for the futures, options and centrally cleared derivatives markets, with offices in Washington, London, Brussels and Singapore.
Futures Fundamentals
Free education: With clear, easy-to-understand content, the Futures Fundamentals’ website explains the role futures play in our everyday lives and the importance of derivatives markets.
CFTC
As a government agency, the CFTC promotes the integrity, resilience, and vibrancy of the U.S. derivatives markets through sound regulation.
NFA Basic
NFA’s BASIC provides background information about firms and individuals in the derivatives industry, as well as regulatory and non-regulatory actions.