How do I use the Futures calculator?

Use our Futures Calculator to quickly establish your potential profit or loss on a futures trade. This easy-to-use tool can be used to help you figure out what you could potentially make or lose on a trade or determine where to place a protective stop-loss order/limit order to capture your profit.

What is the outstanding futures contract calculator?

The outstanding futures contract calculator helps you determine your profit or loss, whether you are long or short in the futures market. This article will cover what a futures contract is, how futures contracts work, and explore a real-life transaction. As a bonus, we'll compare forward vs. future contracts and futures contracts vs. options.

How do I enter a futures contract?

Choose the direction of futures - LONG or SHORT. Enter your entry price, take profit and value of stop loss. Each market price format is unique, so please refer to the “Price Format Example” provided in the information section to ensure the correct calculation. Choose the number of futures contracts via the slider or manual entry.

What is the difference between futures and options?

Futures contracts involve delivering standardized assets where quality and quantity are ensured; meanwhile, options give the right but not the obligation to buy or sell stocks at different prices than the market. Futures contracts give exposure to a broader range of assets than options.