CTA Handbook

Your complete guide to becoming and operating as a Commodity Trading Advisor.

How do you become a Commodity Trading Advisor (CTA)? What does it take to operate as a CTA?

In cooperation with the CME Group, you can download your free copy of the CTA Handbook "Issues and Insights for Starting a CTA Business"—your guide to what it takes to start and operate a CTA. Whether you’re just starting up or already in business, you'll find this to be an excellent reference.

Topics include:
  • Business and Operations – business plans, structure, start-up costs, professional services, staffing, growth management and marketing
  • Compliance - registration requirements, disclosure documents, performance reporting, promotional material recordkeeping, NFA Bylaw 1101, order allocation, client complaints
  • Trading and Risk Management - style drift, transparency, performance attribution, position limits, identification of risks

To receive your free copy, complete the short form below and you'll receive a link to download your copy immediately.