Built for Exchange-Traded Futures

Professional tools. Transparent pricing. Direct market access.

Trade global futures markets with pricing set by the market, not your broker. NinjaTrader is built for futures traders who want control, combining advanced tools, reliable execution, and transparent per-contract pricing in one platform.

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Trade Exchange-Traded Futures with Transparent Pricing

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Market-based pricing with full transparency

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Direct access to global futures markets

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Standardized contracts on regulated exchanges

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Clearly defined, per-contract costs

Explore Popular Futures Contracts in Spain

FGBDL
EURO-BUND FUTURES
FDAX
DAX INDEX FUTURES
ES
E-MINI S&P 500 FUTURES
NQ
E-MINI NASDAQ 100 FUTURES
GC
GOLD FUTURES

Start smaller. Trade the same markets.

Micro futures give you access to global markets with smaller position sizes, while trading the same underlying contracts.

  • Trade Smaller with Micro Contracts
    Start with smaller exposure while trading the same markets used by active futures traders.
  • Built-In Risk Tools. Stay in Control.
    Define risk at entry and manage positions in real time with integrated tools.
  • Trade Anywhere. Stay Connected.
    Analyze on desktop, execute on web, and monitor positions on mobile with consistent performance. 
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Trade on a Platform Designed for Futures

NinjaTrader is built specifically for futures trading. From execution to analysis, the platform is designed to support active traders with a consistent and efficient workflow.

Powerful Charts

Analyze markets using advanced charting tools.

Order Flow Plus

View market activity with order flow and depth of market tools.

TradingView Integration

Connect to TradingView and trade using a familiar interface.

Bracket Orders at Entry

Set trade parameters including stop loss and profit targets at entry.

Market Replay

Review and test strategies using historical market data.

Pulse Indicator

Monitor real-time market activity across instruments.

Stay Connected to the Markets — Anywhere, Anytime

NinjaTrader gives you seamless access across desktop, web, and mobile — so you never miss a market move.

Take Your Futures Trading With You Through A Comprehensive Mobile Experience

Optimized for your phone or other mobile device, the NinjaTrader mobile app for Android and iPhone allows you to connect to the markets easily and securely.
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Leverage NinjaTrader’s most powerful futures trading platform experience

NinjaTrader’s flagship desktop platform for futures trading includes multi-monitor support and access to 1,000s of trading apps and add-ons for a fully customizable experience. 
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Access NinjaTrader Anywhere With Our Cloud-Based Futures Trading Web Platform

Log in to NinjaTrader Web from any PC or Mac browser for a fully integrated online futures platform experience.
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Trade Futures with More control

As trading experience grows, traders look for more control, clearer pricing, and direct market access. 

Futures are commonly used by active traders to participate in price movements across indices, commodities, and other asset classes within a regulated market structure.


Futures vs Other Leveraged Products: Key Differences

All products provide access to global markets. The differences are in how pricing is structured, how trades are executed, and how risk is managed.

FeatureFuturesCFDs
TurbosOTC Forwards
Trading venueExchange-listed and centrally cleared
Over-the-counter — broker is the counterparty
Issuer-listed or over-the-counter
Over-the-counter — broker is the counterparty
Pricing and spreadsMarket-driven pricing with visible bids and offers. Spread reflects exchange order book.
Broker-defined spread added on top of the underlying price
Pricing and spread set by the issuer, which may include an issuer margin
Spread set by the broker — pricing is based on the underlying futures market
Cost structureTransparent per-contract commission charged at execution
Cost embedded in the spread — no separate commission line in most cases
Cost embedded in the spread and any applicable financing charge
Cost embedded in the spread — no separate commission line
Leverage and marginMargin requirements set by the exchange and may be adjusted by the broker
Leverage and margin defined by the broker, subject to CNMV limits
Leverage and knock-out level defined by the issuer at product creation
Leverage and margin defined by the broker, subject to CNMV limits
Standardization Standard contract specs — tick size, expiry, and margin set by the exchange
Contract terms vary by broker and underlying asset
Product terms vary by issuer and underlying asset
Terms based on the underlying futures contract, set by the broker
Counterparty StructureCentrally cleared through the exchange clearing house
Broker acts as counterparty
Issuer acts as counterparty
Broker acts as counterparty

Explore Futures in Simulation

Practice trading exchange-listed futures using real market data without committing capital.

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NinjaTrader is recognized for combining a high performance trading platform, transparent pricing, and real-time support.

Download NinjaTrader's award-winning software for FREE and see why it's consistently voted an industry leader by the trading community. NinjaTrader is always free to use for advanced charting, backtesting and trade simulation.

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Recognition

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    2024 Winner Best Trading Software

    Stocks & Commodities Readers' Choice Award

  • Global Fintech Awards Badge

    2024 Excellence in Futures Education

    Benzinga Global Fintech Awards


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Trading derivatives and other financial instruments, including leveraged financial instruments, involves significant risks and is not appropriate for all investors. You could lose more than your initial investment. Read our risk disclosure statement to learn about the risks.

Trading derivatives and other financial instruments may be subject to national restrictions and limitations.