Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)

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Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)

What is Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)?

The US government’s independent Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) was established in 1974 to oversee the country’s derivatives markets, which include futures, swaps, and specific types of options.

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