Eckhardt Trading Company

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Website:

contact e-mail:

[email protected]

# of Employees:

20-49

Annual Revenue Estimate:

$10m+

AUM:

$500m-$999m

Industry:

Hedge Funds

Eckhardt Trading Company ("ETC") is an alternative investment management firm that specializes in the trading of global financial and commodity futures. Founded in 1991 by William Eckhardt, ETC manages over $700 million in managed accounts, domestic and offshore products. The firm's international clientele includes Fund of Funds, corporate, private, and institutional investors.

Location:

1314 N. Dearborn Parkway Carriage House

Chicago, IL, 60610

United States

Phone: (312) 787-1107
Fax: 312-787-1117

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