What are Futures and What is Futures Trading?

Futures are financial derivatives agreements that allow traders to buy or sell an underlying asset in a specific quantity at a predefined price at a date in the future. A key aspect of futures is that they are listed on an exchange. Major global derivatives exchanges include CME, LME,SGX.
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Futures trading in Dubai and around the world involves buying and selling these derivatives contracts on the exchange. Traders enter into futures contracts with the expectation that the underlying asset's price will move in a favorable direction, allowing them to make a profit by buying low and selling high or vice versa.

When Does a Futures Trading Contract Expire?

Each futures contract has its own nominated expiration date. The expiration month is listed in the contract ticker symbol code.

What Assets can I Trade on Futures?

You can trade futures on stocks, indices, metals, energies, crypto, forex, and even the weather!

What  is covered when one opts for  Futures Trading?

• Hedging: Futures trading allows traders to hedge their existing positions in the market.
• Leverage: Futures trading involves buying or selling contracts with only a fraction of the total value of the underlying asset as margin. This means that traders can control a larger position with a smaller amount of capital.
  
• Liquidity: Futures contracts are highly liquid as they are traded on regulated exchanges. This means traders can easily enter and exit positions without any issues or delays.

What Makes APM Capital one of the Best Brokers for Futures Trading in Dubai?

APM Capital is a leading futures broker in the UAE, offering traders features that make us stand out from others. These include:

• Advanced Trading Platform: APM Capital provides traders access to a state-of-the-art trading platform equipped with advanced tools and features to help them make informed trading decisions regarding futures trading in Dubai. Our platform is user-friendly, customizable, and offers real-time market data.
  
• Competitive Pricing: We offer competitive pricing on commissions and other fees associated with futures trading.
• Locally Regulated: Set to become the best futures broker, APM Capital is licensed and regulated by the ADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority, ensuring that our services are compliant with local laws and regulations.
  
• Educational Resources: We provide traders with access to various educational resources, including webinars, courses and lessons, and market analysis, to help them improve their trading skills and knowledge.
• Access to Global Exchanges: With APM Capital, traders have access to global exchanges and can trade futures contracts from around the world, including LME, NYMEX, SGX, CME, COMEX, CBOT, ICE Europe, and ICE US.

So, if you are interested in futures trading in Dubai or elsewhere in the UAE, create an account with APM Capital today and start trading.

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