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Is trading futures more profitable than stocks?
An investor with good judgment can make quick money in futures because essentially they are trading with 10 times as much exposure than with normal stocks. Also, prices in the future markets tend to move faster than in the cash or spot markets.
How is margin calculated in futures trading?
Initial Margin = SPAN Margin + Exposure Margin
- The value of the initial margin varies daily as it depends on the futures price.
- Remember, Initial Margin = \% of Contract Value.
- Contract Value = Futures Price * Lot Size.
- The lot size is fixed, but the futures price varies every day.
What is intraday margin in futures trading?
The intraday margin is a set amount per contract of the asset class being traded. It effectively limits how much exposure the trading account can assume at one time. Calculating intraday margin amounts is straightforward. For example, the E-mini S&P 500 futures contract is commonly assigned a $500 intraday margin.
Which broker gives highest margin in F&O?
Following is the list of stock brokers with high leverage margin:
- Wisdom Capital.
- SAS Online.
- Zerodha.
- Upstox (RKSV)
- 5Paisa.
- TradeJini.
- Nirmal Bang.
- TradeSmart Online.
Do I need initial margin to trade futures?
In futures trading, the margin requirements can be as low as 3\% to 12\% of the traded contract value. The initial margin is the amount a trader must deposit with their broker to initiate a trading position.
Can I lose more than I invest in futures?
Because of the leverage used in futures trading, it is possible to sustain losses greater than one’s original investment.
What is the initial margin for intraday trading in stock market?
Since the risk is lower, the initial margins (MIS) will be lower. For Intraday index futures the initial margin is set at 40\% of the normal initial margin while in case of intraday stock futures the initial margin is set at 50\% of the normal initial margin. In the above case, the margin will be 50\% of the normal margin which is Rs.44,669/-.
How does margin trading work in stock trading?
In margin trading, you put in a certain margin and then the broker funds the balance. Normally, the margin is about 20-25\% with the balance being funded by the broker. In case of futures trading, your margin will be around 15-20\% of the value of stock and the futures that you hold will be a derivative of the stock position.
What is a futures margin?
Much like margin in trading stocks, futures margin—also known unofficially as a performance bond—allows you to pay less than the full notional value of a trade, offering more efficient use of capital.
What is the normal margin for carry forward trading?
Carry Forward (Normal Margin): This is the normal margin that will have to be charged when you propose to carry forwards your futures position beyond the day. Normally, in case of Carry Forward trade the initial margin varies from 10\% to 15\% of the notional value of the contract depending on the risk and volatility of the stock.