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Pros / Cons  08/14/06 1:38:56 PM

LIVESTOCK GROSS MARGIN  

PROS
Option based - no margin calls
Paper work is easy
Allows for Long term planning
Focus on profit margins
In a down market will perform equal to or better than just options

CONS
Only offered 12 times per year
If you sell the first of month and the prices rally you may lose some income

 
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