Cotton Futures (CT) provide traders with exposure to the global cotton market. These contracts allow for speculation on cotton price movements, hedging for producers and textile manufacturers, or diversification within commodity portfolios.
Contract Size: 50,000 pounds
Example: This contract size allows traders to gain exposure to softs with controlled leverage and risk.
These specifications make Cotton (CT) Futures suitable for traders seeking exposure to softs markets.
Cotton (CT) Futures trade with extended hours, providing flexibility for traders in different time zones.
Platform Symbol: CT
To trade Cotton (CT) Futures, you'll need to meet specific margin requirements. Check with your broker for the latest margin rates and details.
Proper position sizing is crucial when trading Cotton (CT) Futures. Use our position size calculator to determine the optimal number of contracts based on your risk tolerance and account size.
For Cotton (CT) Futures (CT):
If you want to risk $500 with a 10-point stop loss:
Risk per Contract = Stop Loss in Points × Point Value = 10 × 500.00 per cent = $5000
Maximum Contracts = Risk Amount ÷ Risk per Contract = $500 ÷ $5000 = 0 contracts