Forex vs Futures
Differences between Forex and Futures
| Forex | Futures |
| Largest and most liquid market in the world | Liquidity dependent on month of traded contract |
| 24-hour trading action for 5.5 days a week | Varying trading hours based on the markets |
| Can profit in both bull and bear markets | Tend to have extended bearish periods |
| Can short-sell anytime | Trading restricted by limit up/down rule |
| Minimum slippage and order errors | More room for slippage and error |
| 100:1 leverage on standard-sized accounts | Smaller leverage |
