Lean Hogs Futures (HE) provide traders with exposure to the pork market. These contracts allow for speculation on hog prices, hedging for producers and meat packers, or agricultural portfolio diversification.
Contract Size: 40,000 pounds
Example: This contract size allows traders to gain exposure to meats with controlled leverage and risk.
These specifications make Lean Hogs (HE) Futures suitable for traders seeking exposure to meats markets.
Lean Hogs (HE) Futures trade with extended hours, providing flexibility for traders in different time zones.
Platform Symbol: HE
To trade Lean Hogs (HE) 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 Lean Hogs (HE) Futures. Use our position size calculator to determine the optimal number of contracts based on your risk tolerance and account size.
For Lean Hogs (HE) Futures (HE):
If you want to risk $500 with a 10-point stop loss:
Risk per Contract = Stop Loss in Points × Point Value = 10 × 400.00 per cent = $4000
Maximum Contracts = Risk Amount ÷ Risk per Contract = $500 ÷ $4000 = 0 contracts