Commodity Trading Advisor - In the US, an individual or firm who directly or indirectly advises others about buying or selling futures or futures options. Analyses, reports, or newsletters concerning futures may be issued by a CTA. They may also engage in placing trades for other people"s accounts. CTAs are required to be registered with the CFTC and to belong to the NFA.
Commodity Trading Advisor : in the us, an individual or firm who directly or indirectly advises others about buying or selling futures or futures options. analyses, reports, or newsletters concerning futures may be issued by a cta. they may also engage in placing trades for other people"s accounts. ctas are required to be registered with the cftc and to belong to the nfa.