Losing money in the real markets can be an expensive way to learn. The site provides an introduction to trading, using a fantasy stock market game. Live news and data feeds are available. Stocks can be traded both long and short. - Read more

Futures contracts can trace their origins back to the farming mid-west of Chicago in the late 1800's. Today the futures markets are highly regulated through the major exchanges. The site explains the markets and outlines some trading strategies. - Read more