Stone into Gold - Stock Index Futures Trading

Author: Hu Hongxia, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: Index futures are a product of the modern capital market, emerging in the 1970s. At that time, Western countries were heavily impacted by the oil crisis, suffering significant shocks to economic development and experiencing fluctuations in interest rates, leading to substantial volatility in stock market prices. As a result, stock investors needed a financial instrument that could effectively hedge risks and protect assets. Thus, index futures came into being. Moreover, in the 1990s, developed countries and some developing countries successively introduced index futures, making their application more widespread. Index futures can also bring new investment opportunities to the market, with their high leverage amplifying both investment opportunities and risks. Investors skilled in using index futures tools can effectively hedge risks and achieve substantial profits, while those less adept at using them may face certain risks if they participate without proper caution. This book discusses the principles and methods of trading index futures from both investment theory and practical techniques, enabling investors to quickly master the skills of investing in index futures.