#Margin

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What Is a Futures Contract? Specs, Expiry, Rollover, and Margin

A futures contract is a standardized, exchange-traded agreement to buy or sell an asset at a set price on a set date. Here's how tick size, expiry, rollover, and margin actually work.

Jul 5, 2026 8 min read

How Leverage and Margin Actually Work: Calculations, Risks, and Margin Calls

Leverage lets you control a larger position than your account balance would normally allow. A $10,000 account with 10:1 leverage can open a $100,000 position. That sounds powerful, and it is — in both directions.

Mar 25, 2026 10 min read

What Is a Futures Contract? Specs, Expiry, Rollover, and Margin

How Leverage and Margin Actually Work: Calculations, Risks, and Margin Calls

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