E-mini Gold (QO) Futures Contract Specifications

What Are E-mini Gold (QO) Futures?

E-mini Gold Futures (QO) are half the size of the standard Gold Futures contract, providing traders with a midsize option to gain exposure to gold prices. These contracts offer a balance between the standard and micro contracts, making them suitable for mid-sized accounts or traders seeking more flexibility in position sizing.

Contract Size

Contract Size: 50 troy ounces

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

Tick Value and Increment

  • Tick Size: 0.10 USD per troy ounce
  • Tick Value: $5.00 per tick
  • Point Value: $50.00 per point

These specifications make E-mini Gold (QO) Futures suitable for traders seeking exposure to metals markets.

Trading Hours

E-mini Gold (QO) 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: QO

Margins

To trade E-mini Gold (QO) Futures, you'll need to meet specific margin requirements. Check with your broker for the latest margin rates and details.

Why Trade E-mini Gold (QO) Futures?

  • Moderate capital requirements compared to standard Gold Futures
  • Perfect for medium-sized accounts or flexible position sizing
  • Same trading hours and price movements as the standard contract
  • More accessible entry point to gold futures markets
  • Effective tool for medium-scale hedging against inflation

Position Sizing for E-mini Gold (QO) Futures

Proper position sizing is crucial when trading E-mini Gold (QO) 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 E-mini Gold (QO) Futures (QO):

  • Tick Size: 0.10 USD per troy ounce
  • Tick Value: $5.00 per tick
  • Point Value: $50.00 per point

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

Risk per Contract = Stop Loss in Points × Point Value = 10 × 50.00 per point = $500

Maximum Contracts = Risk Amount ÷ Risk per Contract = $500 ÷ $500 = 1 contract