Micro Bitcoin (MBT) Futures Contract Specifications

What Are Micro Bitcoin (MBT) Futures?

Micro Bitcoin Futures (MBT) are 1/10th the size of the standard Bitcoin Futures contract, providing traders with a more accessible way to gain exposure to Bitcoin. These smaller-sized contracts are ideal for retail traders or those looking for more precise position sizing.

Contract Size

Contract Size: 0.1 bitcoin

Example: This contract size allows traders to gain exposure to cryptocurrency with controlled leverage and risk.

Tick Value and Increment

  • Tick Size: 5.0 points
  • Tick Value: $0.50 per tick
  • Point Value: $2.50 per point

These specifications make Micro Bitcoin (MBT) Futures suitable for traders seeking exposure to cryptocurrency markets.

Trading Hours

Micro Bitcoin (MBT) Futures trade with extended hours, providing flexibility for traders in different time zones.

  • Trading Hours: Sunday to Friday, nearly 24 hours a day with a short break
  • Time Zone: Central Time (CT)

Trading Symbol

Platform Symbol: MBT

Margins

To trade Micro Bitcoin (MBT) Futures, you'll need to meet specific margin requirements. Check with your broker for the latest margin rates and details.

Why Trade Micro Bitcoin (MBT) Futures?

  • Lower capital requirements than standard Bitcoin Futures
  • Perfect for smaller accounts or precise position sizing
  • Same trading hours and price movements as the standard contract
  • Ideal for new traders learning cryptocurrency futures trading
  • Allows for more granular risk management in crypto portfolios

Position Sizing for Micro Bitcoin (MBT) Futures

Proper position sizing is crucial when trading Micro Bitcoin (MBT) Futures. Use our position size calculator to determine the optimal number of contracts based on your risk tolerance and account size.

Position Size Calculator Example

For Micro Bitcoin (MBT) Futures (MBT):

  • Tick Size: 5.0 points
  • Tick Value: $0.50 per tick
  • Point Value: $2.50 per point

If you want to risk $500 with a 10-point stop loss:

Risk per Contract = Stop Loss in Points × Point Value = 10 × 2.50 per point = $25

Maximum Contracts = Risk Amount ÷ Risk per Contract = $500 ÷ $25 = 20 contracts