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Basics of Futures Contracts: Understanding futures contracts

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Learn the basics of futures contracts in this comprehensive guide! This video breaks down what futures contracts are, how they work, and why they play a critical role in trading and investing.

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This lesson lives in the Stack step of the Confluence Method, where you confirm price action and structure before a setup qualifies as a trade.

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