Consequently, losses will be incurred for those trading periods. It would not be a wise investment strategy to open an account that you do not intend to maintain for at least 3 years, ideally 5, to benefit from compounded returns for the longer term. Return to Top Past Performance is not indicative of future results. In our opinion, Professional Management is necessary because the futures markets are very complex and trading experience, as well as, trading skills are largely responsible for success in this arena. All this has to be done systematically in the face of emotion to adhere to a proprietary plan designed to return profits.
Futures trading involves risk.
The same leverage and market movements that can produce profits can also produce losses. You must understand that losses can occur regardless who is managing your money. Return to Top Past Performance is not indicative of future results. No, they are not. Generally, in addition to having the required risk capital, an investor needs to have realistic expectations about returns on investment, tolerance to temporary drawdowns that inevitably will occur, and acceptance of the reality that the risk of loss always exists.