What Are Micro E-mini Russell 2000 Futures?
Micro E-mini Russell 2000 Futures (M2K) are a smaller-sized version of the E-mini Russell 2000 Futures contract. These contracts provide traders with exposure to the Russell 2000 Index, a benchmark that tracks the performance of 2,000 small-cap U.S. companies. M2K contracts are ideal for traders who want to trade small-cap indices with reduced financial exposure and lower margin requirements.
Trading Hours
The Micro E-mini Russell 2000 Futures contract trades nearly 24 hours a day, five days a week, offering continuous access to the market.
- Trading Hours: Sunday to Friday, 5:00 PM to 4:00 PM CT (with a 1-hour daily trading halt from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM CT).
- Time Zone: Central Time (CT).
Tick Value and Increment
- Tick Size: 0.10 index points.
- Tick Value: $0.50 per tick.
- Minimum Price Fluctuation: 0.10 points.
This makes the Micro E-mini Russell 2000 Futures an excellent choice for precision trading with lower exposure.
Trading Symbol
- Platform Symbol: M2K
Margins
To trade Micro E-mini Russell 2000 Futures, you’ll need to meet specific margin requirements. Check out Ironbeam’s Margins Page for the latest margin rates and details.
Why Trade Micro E-mini Russell 2000 Futures?
- Accessibility: Lower margins and smaller contract size make M2K accessible to retail traders.
- Flexibility: Fine-tune your position sizing compared to standard E-mini contracts.
- Liquidity: Benefit from the same deep liquidity as larger contracts.
- Diversification: Gain direct exposure to the Russell 2000 Index, a leading benchmark for small-cap U.S. companies.
Start Trading M2K with Ironbeam
Ironbeam provides a robust trading platform and API to help you access Micro E-mini Russell 2000 Futures with ease. Trade confidently with free real-time Level 2 market data and personal broker support.
DISCLAIMER: There is a substantial risk of loss in trading commodity futures and options products. Losses in excess of your initial investment may occur. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please contact your account representative with concerns or questions.