Documentation - Futures-Trader 2026

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The document provides a comprehensive overview of the FuturesTrader software, an order-entry system designed for trading futures through Interactive Brokers. It details the software's development history, features such as fast order entry, multiple position trading, and various order types (e.g., stop limits, trailing stops). The document also includes user instructions for setup, menu navigation, and functionality enhancements based on user feedback. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of risk management in trading and offers disclaimers regarding the use of the software. Overall, it serves as both a user guide and a promotional piece for FuturesTrader.

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What is the 60 40 rule for futures?

While short-term capital gains from stocks or ETFs are taxed at your ordinary income tax rate, futures are taxed using the 60/40 rule: 60% are taxed at the long-term capital gains tax rate of 15%, while only 40% of your short-term capital gains are taxed at your ordinary income tax rate.

Do you need $25,000 to trade futures?

To apply for futures trading approval, your account must have: Margin approval (check your margin approval) An account minimum of $1,500 (required for margin accounts.) A minimum net liquidation value (NLV) of $25,000 to trade futures in an IRA.

How much money is needed to trade futures?

You can start with as little as $100 USD if you start trading the micro futures. Which is where you should start. But that leaves no margin for error, pardon the pun. I would recommend trading micros, but funding your brokerage account with at least $1,000 USD.

Can you trade futures with $1,000 dollars?

The lot size is the minimum number of shares that we need to buy/sell if we wish to agree. The lot size for the TCS futures is 125, which means a minimum of 125 shares (or a multiple of 125 shares) have to be transacted while trading the TCS futures.

Do you need 25k to trade futures?

If your account value falls below $25,000, then any pattern day trading activities may constitute a violation. If you trade futures in a linked futures account, keep in mind that futures cash or positions do not count toward the $25,000 minimum account value.