1

Introduction to Stock Index Futures
Historical development of commodity and financial futures trading.
History and development of stock index futures and the Malaysian perspective.

 

2

Mechanics of the KLCI Stock Index Futures
Stock index futures - the easiest way to trade a stockmarket.
What is a stock index futures contract?
The KLCI stock index futures contract specifications.
The concept of margin.
Construction of the Kuala Lumpur Composite Index (KLCI).
Comparison between stock index futures and stock ownership.
Pricing of the KLCI SIF contracts.

 

3

Uses and Users of the KLCI Stock Index Futures
Trading with the KLCI stock index futures.
Hedging with the KLCI stock index futures.
Advanced hedging strategies: learning to use beta and basis.
Spreading with the KLCI stock index futures.
Arbitraging with the KLCI stock index futures.
Users of the KLCI stock index futures.

 

4

What Affects the KLCI Stock Index Futures Movements?
The fundamental factors.
Using technical analysis to trade the KLCI stock index futures:

Price, volume and open interst.
Chart patterns.
Moving averages.
Oscillators.
Stochastics
Fred Tam's Triple Screen Stochastics Method.
Indicators - do they work?

 

5

How to Get Started as a Client in Stock Index Futures
Tips on choosing a good broker.
Choosing a good broking firm.
Opening an account.
Learning to place your Order.

 

6

10 Golden Trading Rules for Successful Trading in KLCI SIF

 

7

Structure of The Malaysian Futures Industry

 

8

Malaysian Taxation Implications for Trading in Stock Index Futures

 

9

Common Questions Asked by Traders about KLCI SIF

 

10

Options on Stock Index Futures and Stock Options