Dow Futures is a stock market index futures contract traded on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange`s Globex electronic trading platform. Dow Futures is based off the Dow 30 stock index. The Dow 30 is a price-weighted average of 30 significant stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ. There are three types of Dow futures, the E-mini Dow, DJIA and Big Dow DJIA. The E-mini is the most popular.
Futures trading can allow you to diversify your portfolio, gain exposure to new markets, hedge against rising commodity prices, and manage risk. Qualified investors can trade over 70 futures products virtually 24 hours a day, 6 days a week through Charles Schwab Futures and Forex LLC. Get access to powerful platforms, technical studies, immersive education, futures trading support, and paperMoney® to practice your strategy at no extra charge. Whether you’re new to futures or a seasoned pro, we offer the tools and resources you need to feel confident trading futures.
Trade futures at a fraction of the cost with micro futures
Diversify your portfolio with micro futures, including
Micro WTI Crude Oil futures, Micro Bitcoin futures, E-mini Index futures, and more.
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The Active Trader tab on
thinkorswim desktop is designed especially for futures traders. With its easy-to-use bid/ask price ladder, one-click order entry, fully customizable charting and advanced order types that helps you identify trends, exit and entry points, it’s the next step to advance your futures trading.
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The
thinkorswim mobile app is the must-have mobile app for futures traders. Place trades, access technical studies and drawings on charts, explore education, and contact support, all from the palm of your hand.
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Trade futures on a platform developed specifically with feedback from traders like you. With a streamlined interface,
thinkorswim web allows you to access your account anywhere with an internet connection – no download required.
Stay current with the latest futures news on the TD Ameritrade Network
The
TD Ameritrade Network hosts several live daily TV programs from our media affiliate to provide you with real-time education, market trends, and key insights. The Futures Show examines the latest developments in the futures markets using technical and fundamental analysis to break down commodities trading as it relates to
market events and identify trends.
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