Can You Trade Futures at eToro?

Written by Nick Zelver

Reviewed by Mike Druttman

Yes, you can trade futures on eToro. In fact, it offers both exchange-traded futures (ETFs) contracts and CFDs (Contracts for Difference) that reflect futures pricing. That means you can tap into global futures markets (commodities, indices, currencies) without the need to have a trading account with a traditional broker.

Types of Futures You Can Trade on eToro

Exchange-Traded Futures

These are standardized contracts listed on regulated exchanges like the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). Think Micro E-mini S&P 500 (MES), Micro E-mini Nasdaq 100 (MNQ), and even 1-Ounce Gold futures, all accessible through the platform.

CFD Futures

Prefer something a little more flexible? eToro also offers futures-based CFDs. These mimic futures pricing but without the expiry dates or physical delivery headaches. Just pure price speculation, but simplified.

Why I Prefer eToro’s Futures Setup

• Leverage: Futures on eToro are leveraged, so I can control big positions with less upfront capital. Just bear in mind: leverage cuts both ways. More gain potential, but more risk too.
• Cash Settlement: I don’t need to worry about taking delivery of barrels of oil or bushels of wheat. Most futures here are cash-settled, which keeps things tidy and digital.
• Trading Hours: Futures trading on eToro runs pretty much around the clock (23 hours a day, five days a week) to mirror global market schedules. No need to time the trades to local exchange hours.
• Fees: Right now, eToro charges a flat $3–$5 per trade during its beta launch for futures. No overnight fees, no hidden charges. For me, this straightforward and more cost-efficient.

How to Get Started with Futures on eToro

1. Pick Your Market: Log in to your account, then go to the asset you want. Futures CFDs are labeled clearly. Just look for the “Futures” tag across categories like commodities, indices, or ETFs.
2. Analyze Before You Trade: Use eToro’s tools: live price charts, sentiment indicators, and news updates to size up the market.
3. Place a Trade: Click “Trade” to open a position. Enter your amount, then apply any risk controls like stop-loss or take-profit settings before you confirm.

Before you start, here’s a word of advice: futures trading isn’t for everyone. It’s fast-moving, high-stakes, and leveraged, so things can go south just as quickly as they go up. If you're a newbie, I strongly recommend that you use eToro’s demo account first. Get a feel for how futures move before investing real cash.

eToro is a multi-asset platform which offers both investing in stocks and cryptoassets, as well as trading CFDs.

Please note that CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 51% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

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