Start Smaller with Micro Futures

Trade micro futures with ease and lower capital requirements at a fraction of the cost.

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Why traders choose Optimus Futures for Micro Futures

  • Even Lower Commission & Margins$0.25 commissions on all micros and as low as $50 day trading margins for MES.
  • Personalized OnboardingWe are here to guide you every step of the way, from fast account approvals, instant funding/withdrawals to helping you place your first trade.
  • Innovative TechnologyOur integrated platforms are powered by fast order routing data feeds to ensure a seamless trading experience from the moment you open your account.
  • Extensive Education & TrainingExplore articles, self-help guides, videos, podcasts, and community topics, all created in-house to make you a more informed self-directed trader.

Trade Micro E-mini index futures with less restrictions

Trade the futures markets with less capital and enjoy the same capital efficiency, flexibility and diversification potential as standard futures.

Trade
24 hours a day

Nearly 24-hour trading means you can act fast to adjust as soon as markets move on global news.

Smaller Contracts &
Lower Margins

At 1/10th to 1/5th the size of the standard contracts, Micro futures carry much smaller margin requirements, meaning more leverage with less capital.

No short-selling
restrictions

Micro futures let you fine-tune your exposure and go short as easily as you can go long.

Trade
Liquid Markets

Day trade markets that you may have thought were out of reach: crude oil, bitcoin, gold, a major equity index, a major currency.

Optimus Flow offers 20 different Micro Futures contracts

Accessing the futures markets is now easier than ever.

4 Micro E-mini futures

Trade a slice of the four most liquid Equity Index futures, 1/10th the size of the E-mini contracts:

  • S&P 500
  • Nasdaq-100
  • Russell 2000
  • Dow Jones Industrial Average

3 Micro Metals futures

Tap into the most liquid Metals futures markets using contracts 1/5th or 1/10th the size of standard contracts:

  • Gold
  • Palladium
  • Silver

Micro Treasury Yield futures

Discover the liquidity, security, and diversity of government bond markets with Micro US Treasury Yield futures, in a smaller-sized contract with smaller margin requirements.

  • Micro 2-year yield
  • Micro 5-year yield
  • Micro 10-year yield
  • Micro 30-year yield

Micro WTI Crude Oil futures

At 1/10 the size of the benchmark WTI futures contract, Micro WTI Crude Oil futures offers the same robust transparency and price discovery with smaller margin requirements.

  • WTI Crude Oil

Micro Bitcoin futures

Discover bitcoin exposure sized for more choice and precision, at 1/50 the size of the larger five-bitcoin futures contract:

  • Bitcoin

7 Micro FX futures

Gain access to a $6T a day FX market via the largest regulated FX marketplace, with contracts 1/10th or 1/5th the size of the standard pairings:

  • EUR/USD
  • CHF/USD
  • JPY/USD
  • AUD/USD
  • INR/USD
  • CAD/USD
  • GBP/USD

5 Micro Ag futures

CME Group's Micro Ag futures lets you tap into the same benefits of the larger, liquid futures for a fraction of the initial up-front margin.

  • MZC
  • MXW
  • MZS
  • MZM
  • MZL

FAQ

Micro Futures Trading FAQ & Requirements

What are micro futures and how do they differ from standard contracts?

Micro futures are 1/10th the size of standard E-mini contracts, requiring less capital while providing the same market exposure. Perfect for new traders or those with smaller accounts.

What are your micro futures margin requirements?

Day trading margins start at just $50 for Micro E-mini S&P 500, Micro E-mini Dow, Micro E-mini Russell 2000 and $100 for Micro E-mini Nasdaq-100, among the lowest in the industry, allowing you to trade with less capital. View Day Trading Margins

What platforms support micro futures trading?

All our platforms including Optimus Flow, TradingView, and Optimus Mobile fully support micro futures with the same advanced tools available for standard contracts.

Are micros good for learning to trade futures?

Yes — micro futures could be potentially ideal for beginners. They offer the same exposure as standard contracts at 1/10th the size, requiring significantly less capital. This makes them reliable for learning futures trading, testing strategies, and managing risk with smaller position sizes.

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Optimus Futures, LLC and/or our Clearing FCMs maintain the right to liquidate any position if a margin call and/or deficit occurs. The customer would be responsible for any deficit that occurs as a result of liquidations. Due to increased risk, accounts that are subject to margin calls may experience higher commissions. Specific day trading margins from select FCMs well below average rates may subject you to much higher fees than provided above. Contracts with relatively low liquidity may subject you to additional fees.

Day trading margins may allow you to hold many contracts that surpass your risk tolerance and expose you to deficit risk. In other words, you may lose more funds than your initial deposit.

The margin rates above were drawn from sources believed to be reliable. Although it is believed that the information provided is accurate, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of this data. Optimus Futures assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions. For current margin rates, please contact us or visit the exchanges' Websites listed on our Exchange Access Page. Day Trading Margins may differ according to your clearing firm. The margins displayed above are effective for traders cleared by Ironbeam. Not all clients qualify for margin rates above. Specific platforms and datafeeds are required. Please consult your broker to confirm the current margins for your account at our other clearing firms.

Day Trade Margins are offered to most clients and are available during any open session as long as a $100 balance is maintained for those trading Micros and $500 for those trading Standard contracts. If you fall below these levels, you may be liquidated. Day Trading margins may be subject to change at the discretion of the broker or its affiliated FCM, depending on market conditions.

Max Positions Disclaimer: Our day trading margins are blocked at certain limits. Please inquire if you wish to hold over 20 Mini / Regular or 200 Micro contracts.

Futures and options trading involves a substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Clients may lose more than their initial investment. Past performance is not indicative of future results.