Many new traders confuse the S&P 500 index with the E-mini S&P 500 futures (ES). While they are closely related, they serve different purposes in the market. This guide breaks down the differences between the two, helping you understand how the index tracks the market—and how futures allow you to trade it. What Is the…
E-mini trading refers to buying and selling E-mini futures contracts, which are smaller-sized versions of standard futures contracts traded on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). They offer a cost-effective way to speculate on market indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 with lower capital requirements. E-mini futures are among the most popular instruments for…
If you’re new to futures trading, you’ve probably come across the term “ES” and wondered whether it’s the same as the S&P 500. The short answer: they are closely related, but not the same. In this post, we’ll break down the difference between ES futures and the S&P 500 index, so you can better understand…
One of the most common questions among new futures traders is: “How much does one E-mini futures contract cost?” The answer isn’t as simple as a single dollar amount—it depends on the type of E-mini contract, current index value, and your broker’s margin requirements. In this post, we’ll explain the cost structure of E-mini S&P…