Futures

Discover how the unique aspects of futures contracts can provide traders with new potential opportunities in new markets.

Using Futures to Hedge Against Market Downturns

Learn how futures contracts can help experienced traders and investors manage portfolio risk, including the use of a beta-weighted hedging strategy.

How to Trade Futures on thinkorswim® for Beginners

Learn the risks and benefits of futures trading and how to get started with practice trades using the paperMoney® feature on the thinkorswim® desktop platform.

S&P 500 Futures: A Look at the Basics

S&P 500 futures provide exposure to the index. But trading futures is different from trading equities. Understand how they work and how they might be used.