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Understanding Micro Natural Gas Futures: A New Opportunity for Traders

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The Micro Natural Gas Futures , sometimes called Natural Gas Mini Futures, are instruments that have come into existence with the changing energy trading scenario and offer traders more flexibility while demanding fewer capital requirements and, more so, exposure to the natural gas market. These contracts are merely downsized versions of the standard natural gas futures and aim at providing common access to one of the most actively traded energy commodities. What Are Micro Natural Gas Futures? Traded on the CME Group, Micro Natural Gas Futures can be shorted for 1/10th the amount of regular natural gas futures. While a micro contract is just for 1,000 mmBtu of natural gas, a regular contract is for 10,000 mmBtu. Lower costs make the retail investor and others trying to build into positions step by step or hedge smaller accounts more accessible to it. Why Trade Natural Gas Mini Future s? The appeal of Natural Gas Mini Futures lies in their flexibility and risk management potential. With...

All About Micro Natural Gas Futures And Who Can Invest In It

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The previously  Micro Natural Gas Futures market is a well-established market. It allows traders to capitalize on specific natural gas supply and demand trends. Natural gas futures are a highly liquid market that offers an effective trading alternative to energy equities. ETFs for investors seeking to diversify their portfolios outside the best market stock indexes. The economic activity generated by the worldwide natural gas market has evolved as a pillar of global energy markets. Natural gas has the potential to significantly impact the financial conditions of nearly every country worldwide. More effective gas extraction methods and the ability to move gas from the ground as liquefied natural gas has permitted many more countries to harness this beneficial resource from nature and establish natural gas. Who invests in natural gas futures? Natural gas futures merchants can be divided into three major groups: ● Commercial traders:  Commercial traders usually use futures to ...