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Based on the highest ranked content on WSO, if you want to trade commodities, futures, and forex, you will need the Series 3 license. This exam is required for roles such as:

  • Associated Person
  • Commodity Trading Adviser
  • Commodity Pool Operator
  • Commodities Broker
  • Futures Trader on a Commission Basis
  • Forex Trader under the jurisdiction of the NFA (National Futures Association)

This license is essential for anyone looking to trade commodities and futures.

Sources: Licensing For Dummies, Q&A: I'm an Agricultural Commodities Trader, Physical Trading - Energy Commodity Preferences, Physical Commodity Trading career: If you started over again., Physical Commodity Trading

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