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Can individuals buy futures?
Can individuals buy futures?
KpopStarlight
Thu Oct 24 2024
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I'm wondering if it's possible for individual investors like myself to purchase futures contracts. Are these types of investments open to everyone, or are there specific requirements or restrictions in place?
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Dario
Fri Oct 25 2024
The initial margin is a deposit that acts as collateral for the futures contract.
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Lorenzo
Fri Oct 25 2024
Trading futures requires an individual or retail investor to take specific steps.
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Valentina
Fri Oct 25 2024
This margin requirement ensures that the investor has sufficient funds to cover potential losses.
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StormGalaxy
Fri Oct 25 2024
Initially, they must open an account with a futures commission merchant.
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Lorenzo
Fri Oct 25 2024
This merchant serves as an intermediary between the investor and the futures exchange.
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