Because my trading strategy for ES and YM always involves hedging, my profits and losses usually tend to be very small, unless I ignore my own rules (and then I take a big hit). Those $500 margins at Global Futures would help to increase my trade size with the trading capital that I have. If you are a Global Futures customer, I am interested in hearing about your experience with them. I like the broker that I have right now, but the high margins make it necessary that I trade small lot sizes and also try to go only for the big point moves (rather than more predictable 1-2 point moves). This is not a thread about margins, but about your experience with Global Futures. I'm fully aware of the risks of trading with small margins. Serious replies appreciated.
Global Futures is a good, reputable firm. Their brokers are very attentive and they take care of the basic needs of the average retail trader very well. I obviously don't recommend that you use $500 margins, but you know your trading specs better than I.
I have been with Global futures for like 3 year on and off Decent firm I have a rep who take care of me when ever i have any question Rest i sucks at trading futures