Futures Use Cases

Futures 101
Learn more about the basics of derivatives, how they are used, and where they are traded.
“If you buy everyday products, own property, run a business or manage money for investors, risk is all around you every day. For some, risk stands between them and progress. For others, risk represents an opportunity to invest.”

Margin Efficiencies of Financial Futures
This 2015 comprehensive study provides a detailed comparison of the total costs associated with cleared swaps and futures. It highlights how futures can offer cost advantages through lower initial margin which may make futures a more capital-efficient choice for hedging interest rate exposures

Interest Rate Swap Futures
Liquid, transparent SOFR swap markets for all futures users; no swap lines or ISDA documents.
Requires 60% – 70% less margin to be posted as collateral, freeing up cash.

Understanding Managed Futures
One of today’s growing investment alternatives. While managed futures can decrease portfolio risk, they can also potentially enhance overall portfolio performance when combined with traditional investments with stocks, bonds and real estate.
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