Managed Futures Make Tax Time a Little Easier
By Attain CapitalIt’s time for our weekly newsletter, and we are sorry to report (except, not really) that it’s dealing with one of the most unsavory topics in American culture. That’s right. With the calendar rolling over to April, it is that time of year for taxpayers in America – one of America’s least favorite days of the year: April 15th… tax day.
While many Americans detest this day, investors surveying their gains and losses often abhor the date even more as they compile statements to find their cost basis and take a look at the taxes they owe. However, the pain endured in the payment of taxes can differ greatly, depending on the kinds of investments you hold. Turns out, if you’ve invested in managed futures, you may be letting out a sigh of relief… unlike your stock investing counterparts.
Confused? Sit tight. We’re about to explain all of this.
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Forex trading, commodity trading, managed futures, and other alternative investments are complex and carry a risk of substantial losses. As such, they are not suitable for all investors.
The entries on this blog are intended to further subscribers understanding, education, and – at times- enjoyment of the world of alternative investments through managed futures, trading systems, and managed forex. Unless distinctly noted otherwise, the data and graphs included herein are intended to be mere examples and exhibits of the topic discussed, are for educational and illustrative purposes only, and do not represent trading in actual accounts.
The mention of asset class performance is based on the noted source index (i.e. Newedge CTA Index, S&P 500 Index, etc.) , and investors should take care to understand that any index performance is for the constituents of that index only, and does not represent the entire universe of possible investments within that asset class. And further, that there can be limitations and biases to indices: such as survivorship and self reporting biases, and instant history.
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Past Performance is Not Necessarily Indicative of Future Results. The regulations of the CFTC require that prospective clients of a managed futures program (CTA) receive a disclosure document when they are solicited to enter into an agreement whereby the CTA will direct or guide the client’s commodity interest trading and that certain risk factors be highlighted. The disclosure document contains a complete description of the principal risk factors and each fee to be charged to your account by the CTA.
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