E-mini Nasdaq-100 Futures (NQ) provide traders with exposure to the Nasdaq-100 Index, which consists of 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange. These contracts are popular for traders looking to gain exposure to the technology sector and other growth-oriented companies.
Contract Size: $20 multiplied by the Nasdaq-100 Index value
Example: This contract size allows traders to gain exposure to stock indices with controlled leverage and risk.
These specifications make E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) Futures suitable for traders seeking exposure to stock indices markets.
E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) Futures trade with extended hours, providing flexibility for traders in different time zones.
Platform Symbol: NQ
To trade E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) 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 E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) Futures. Use our position size calculator to determine the optimal number of contracts based on your risk tolerance and account size.
For E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) Futures (NQ):
If you want to risk $500 with a 10-point stop loss:
Risk per Contract = Stop Loss in Points × Point Value = 10 × 20.00 per point = $200
Maximum Contracts = Risk Amount ÷ Risk per Contract = $500 ÷ $200 = 2 contracts