Investing Basics: Futures

Futures and futures options trading involves substantial risk and is not suitable for all investors. Certain requirements must be met to trade futures. Please read the Risk Disclosure Statement for Futures and Options before considering any futures transactions: bit.ly link to come.

Futures accounts are not protected by the SIPC.

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Futures and forex accounts are not protected by the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC).

Futures and futures options trading services are provided by Charles Schwab Futures and Forex LLC. Trading privileges are subject to review and approval. Not all clients will qualify.

Charles Schwab Futures and Forex LLC, a CFTC-registered Futures Commission Merchant and NFA Forex Dealer Member. Charles Schwab Futures and Forex LLC is a subsidiary of The Charles Schwab Corporation.

Gain a better understanding of futures trading, including contract specifications like trading hours, tick size, contract size, contract value, and delivery. We'll also discuss the margin requirements when trading futures.

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