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Getting Started

Is Ironbeam an FCM?

Yes, Ironbeam is a registered Futures Commission Merchant (“FCM”) registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”) and a member...

What is futures trading?

Futures are leveraged derivatives contracts traded on futures exchanges like the CME Group and require a trading account that is...

How do you trade futures?

You can get started trading futures by opening a brokerage account with a futures broker. The broker will provide you...

What is the best way to get started in futures trading?

To get started trading futures, you’ll want to open an account with a futures broker that supports the markets you’d...

How do I know if my trading account has been approved?

Once your account is open and approved you will receive a welcome email from us with your trading account credentials.