Take a look at some basic examples of hedging in the futures market, as well as the return prospects and risks.

Commodity futures have always attracted traders looking for leverage, diversification, and exposure to global supply-and-demand trends. But anyone who has traded outright futures—even ...

A futures contract is an agreement to buy or sell a stock or index at a fixed price on a future date. While, Options give you a right, but not an obligation, to buy or sell at a fixed price.

The MCX and the National Stock Exchange, or NSE, have removed the additional margins that were recently imposed on gold and silver futures contracts. In simple language, traders now need to block less ...

For retirees (or soon-to-be retirees), futures contracts can offer an additional avenue for diversification and hedging opportunities, helping to manage market volatility. However, there are a few ...