Nikkei 225 Futures (NKD) provide traders with exposure to the Nikkei 225 Stock Average, Japan's leading stock index. These contracts allow traders to gain exposure to the Japanese equity market without directly investing in Japanese stocks.
Contract Size: $5 multiplied by the Nikkei 225 Stock Average
Example: This contract size allows traders to gain exposure to stock indices with controlled leverage and risk.
These specifications make Nikkei 225 (NKD) Futures suitable for traders seeking exposure to stock indices markets.
Nikkei 225 (NKD) Futures trade with extended hours, providing flexibility for traders in different time zones.
Platform Symbol: NKD
To trade Nikkei 225 (NKD) 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 Nikkei 225 (NKD) Futures. Use our position size calculator to determine the optimal number of contracts based on your risk tolerance and account size.
For Nikkei 225 (NKD) Futures (NKD):
If you want to risk $500 with a 10-point stop loss:
Risk per Contract = Stop Loss in Points × Point Value = 10 × 5.00 per point = $50
Maximum Contracts = Risk Amount ÷ Risk per Contract = $500 ÷ $50 = 10 contracts