Futures Contract

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Finance

Futures Contract is a fast, free finance calculator. Enter Contract Size, Entry Price and Exit Price to get an instant, accurate result — complete with the formula, a step-by-step worked example, and answers to common questions, all on one page and private to your browser.

Formula

P&L = (Exit - Entry) × Size × Multiplier; Margin ≈ 10% of notional
  • Futures are leveraged instruments
  • Mark-to-market daily
  • High risk, high reward

S&P Futures

Inputs
  • Contract Size: 100 units
  • Entry Price: 50 $
  • Exit Price: 52 $
  • Price Multiplier: 1 x

Buy 100 units @ $50, sell @ $52 = $200 profit. Requires ~$5,000 margin.

Frequently asked questions

What's leverage in futures?
Small margin requirement (10%) controls large contract value (10x leverage) - amplifies gains and losses.
Can I lose more than margin?
Yes, if price moves against you sharply. That's why stop losses are critical.