Futures Margins Requirements
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*The CME futures exchange sets Initial margin based on a percentage of the contract’s current notional value.
This list represents the most commonly traded futures contracts. We offer trading on all CME Futures Exchange & ICE U.S. futures exchange contracts.
Contact us for current margin requirements on futures contracts not included in this list.
*‘Ultra-Low Day-Trade’ margins are available for our InsigniaTrader & most 3rd party trading platforms. Users of certain 3rd party trading platforms may be subject to different day-trade margins. Contact Us for full details.
The above margin requirements are believed to be current and are subject to change without notice.
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Margin requirements are only one part of trading futures contracts. Traders should also evaluate trading platforms, order execution, educational resources and broker support when selecting the best futures broker.
