Micro Gold (MGC) futures contracts are designed for traders interested in smaller gold increments or those seeking a more cost-effective alternative to the world’s largest, highly liquid Gold (GC) futures contracts. Micro Gold futures, at 1/10 the size of benchmark Gold futures contract, provide robust trading transparency, price discovery, and smaller margin requirements.
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Features and benefits
Expanded market access
Designed with the individual investor in mind, Micro Gold futures are conveniently sized to be 1/10 of Gold (GC) futures, enabling more traders to access the market.
Cost-efficient exposure
A smaller contract means lower initial capital investment in terms of margins, enabling traders of all sizes to participate.
Diversification potential
An essential part of our Micro product suite, Micro Gold futures offer precious metals opportunities and expand cross-margining potential with other products.
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Vendor Trading codes
| Product Name | Globex | FIS | Vela | TT | CQG | Fidessa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro Gold futures | MGC | MGC | MGC | MGC | MGC | MGC |
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