Dec 16, 2025 | How Futures Markets Work
If you’ve ever looked at a futures price chart and thought, “Why is the futures price higher (or lower) than the spot price?” you’re already brushing up against two key concepts in futures trading: contango and backwardation. These terms describe the shape of...
Nov 14, 2025 | How Futures Markets Work
Futures contracts don’t last forever. Every contract has a set expiration date. But many traders don’t want to exit their positions just because the current contract is about to expire. Instead, they use something called a futures rollover to stay in the trade....
Nov 14, 2025 | How Futures Markets Work
Futures contracts have a built-in expiration date, which makes them different from stocks and other long-term investments. If you trade futures, it’s important to understand when contracts expire, how to track those dates, and what happens if you hold a contract until...
Nov 14, 2025 | How Futures Markets Work
Forward contracts and futures contracts are two of the most important tools in the derivatives market. Both allow parties to agree on a price for a future transaction, helping manage risk or speculate on market movements. While they serve similar purposes, these...
Nov 14, 2025 | How Futures Markets Work
Understanding how different financial markets work is key to becoming a confident and informed trader. Two of the most common types are the spot market and the futures market. While both involve buying and selling assets, they operate in very different ways. The...
Oct 20, 2025 | How Futures Markets Work
Futures markets are known for offering nearly 24-hour access, but they don’t run around the clock without interruption. Each trading day includes a scheduled pause, and close times can vary depending on the contract you’re trading. If you’re asking, “What time do...
