
Get the tools and support you need to trade futures.
- $1.50 per contract + Satisfaction Guarantee1
- Specialized futures tools and platforms
- Extensive research and analysis
- No fees for broker-assisted futures trades
Choose from over 100 futures products across a variety of categories:
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Financials
Stock Indexes, Currencies, Interest Rates
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Energies
Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Electricity
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Metals
Gold, Silver, Steel
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Agriculture
Corn, Wheat, Sugar
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Trade index futures at a fraction of the cost with Micro E-minis.
A CME Group Micro E-mini futures contract provides exposure to major market indices, but at 1/10th the size and a lower margin dollar requirement compared to classic E-mini futures.



Gain new insights with extensive research tools and expert commentary.
- Rely on Schwab's Futures Research Center for the latest research, news, and commentary.
- Review “Looking to the Futures,” Schwab’s daily analysis and perspective on the futures market.
- Access industry-leading independent analysis with the Hightower Report and the Wyckoff Report.
- Watch daily videos featuring trade ideas from futures experts like Dan Gramza.
Fuel your futures trading with our advanced desktop and mobile platforms.
- Get a futures trading experience that blends sophisticated technology and an easy-to-use design.
- Plan, analyze, and execute trades quickly.
- Customize your platform layout and tools to fit a variety of strategies.



Act on opportunities and stay in control with powerful tools.
Find and research trade ideas, then execute trades and manage your positions with these advanced tools.
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Streaming Charts & Quotes
Visualize trade opportunities using a wide range of technical chart studies and indicators with streaming updates.
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Trade & Probability Calculator
Gauge a trade’s risk and reward potential before you make it, and see possible profit and loss outcomes.
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All-in-One Trade Ticket®
Trade futures, options, and stocks in a single window using advanced order features to help lock in gains or protect against losses.
Our futures specialists can review and even place your orders.
- No additional trading fees for broker-assisted orders.
- Get help evaluating a potential trade or reviewing your strategy.
- Need help with your first (or next) futures order? Call us 24/5.
- Tap into the advanced futures knowledge of our dedicated teams.



Trade futures and futures options for just $1.50 per contract.
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$0 broker-assisted trade fees
Get help reviewing and placing your trades without paying extra.
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Daily automated cash sweeps
Excess futures account balances are swept back to your brokerage account daily.
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Low margin rates
Our competitive margin rates can help reduce your capital costs.
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Satisfaction Guarantee
If you're not completely satisfied, we’ll refund your eligible fee or commission and work with you to make things right.1
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