Corn Futures (ZC) provide traders with exposure to the world's most widely produced grain. These contracts allow for speculation on corn price movements, hedging for producers and consumers, or agricultural portfolio diversification.
Contract Size: 5,000 bushels
Example: This contract size allows traders to gain exposure to grains with controlled leverage and risk.
These specifications make Corn (ZC) Futures suitable for traders seeking exposure to grains markets.
Corn (ZC) Futures trade with extended hours, providing flexibility for traders in different time zones.
Platform Symbol: ZC
To trade Corn (ZC) 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 Corn (ZC) Futures. Use our position size calculator to determine the optimal number of contracts based on your risk tolerance and account size.
For Corn (ZC) Futures (ZC):
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 cent = $500
Maximum Contracts = Risk Amount ÷ Risk per Contract = $500 ÷ $500 = 1 contract