The internet offers a wealth of information that can be used for individuals to further their understanding of futures/forex, the market-place and keep up to date with news and events. Below is a list of various links to further related sites that will provide free information and services to help improve a traders understanding and tools.

The main point to note however, is that the Trading System offered here in conjunction with EFT Capital is a "one-stop shop" - that forms the basis of your trading. It is a very versatile tool that allows somebody new to futures/forex trading the same level of expertise when making trading decisions as a professional. The Real Time Trade Communicator in conjunction with the Trading Platform are the primary tools of the Trading System, however expanding your horizons to develop better knowledge and skills can only add to your experience. Information that impacts the fundamental aspects of the market place, being economic & political annoucements and events can be tracked through various sites included below.

Chicago Mercantile Exchange - This is the actual market place where futures are physically traded in Chicago. There is a wealth of information available here to help a new-trader become familiar with terms, products and systems involved in trading futures.

CNN-Money - This is the US based news provider that provides good market commentry and articles to keep any trader up to date.

Incredible Charts - This is an excellent web-site to gain a good general understanding of the terms and principles of trading. There is a good overview of the main aspects that all traders should be familiar with. It also provides a free supplementary charting package to improve a traders tools.

BigCharts.com - This is a supplementary charting service that can provide further graphical analysis of various market prices etc.

Briefing.com - This service provider gives up to date news announcements as they happen. It tracks key economic, social and political indicators against expectations in the market place to help a trader guage the markets reactions to various major briefings and announcements.

Further pay-services may be able to offer extended products, however this list above in conjunction with the Trading System (RTTC Charts and Trading Platform) is all you will need.