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What a futures contract is?

FAQ - Bursa Romana de Marfuri
A futures contract is a firm agreement between two parties, buyer/seller to sell/buy at a pre-settled term (maturity), an underlying asset or a commodity (fungible and standardized) at a price agreed at the moment of transaction's conclusion.

What contract and agreements do you sell your puppies with?

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All our puppies are sold with spay/neuter contracts and AKC Limited Registrations. We will provide you with a contract at time of pick up which you will sign. The contract includes our policies and information about the puppy. Our policies are detailed in the questions on this page so please read everything thoroughly. We place all puppies on contracts that protect breeder, buyer, and especially, the puppy.

When is futures contract in 'Contango'?

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It arises normally when the contract matures during the same cropseason. In an well-integrated market, Contango is equal to the cost of carry viz. Interest rate on investment, loss on account of loss of weight or deterioration in quantity etc.

When is futures contract at 'Backwardation'?

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It is usual for a contract maturing in the peak season to be in backwardation during the lean period.

Can one give delivery against futures contract?

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Futures contract are contracts for delivery of goods. But most of the futures contracts, the world over, are performed otherwise than by physical delivery of goods.

How should a futures contract be designed ?

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The most important principle for designing a futures contract is to take into account the systems and practices being followed in the cash market. The unit of price quotation, unit of trading should be fixed on the basis of prevailing practices. The "basis" - the standard quality/grade - variety should generally be that quality or grade which has maximum production. The delivery centers should be important production or distribution centers.

How is the futures contract defined?

Futures
ACC future contract expiring on 27th Feb, 2002 is defined as "Fut-ACC-27-Feb-2002". Wherein "Fut" stands for Futures as derivatives product, "ACC" for underlying stock and "27-Feb-2002" for expiry date. index or stock enabled for trading on futures is called an "Underlying" e.g. NIFTY (index) and ACC (stock). There may be various tradable contract for the same underlying based on its different expiration period.

What is a Hang Sang Index Futures contract?

Hang Seng Index Futures Contract allows investors to expose to the performance of the 33 constituent stocks by meeting the margin requirement. This margin requirement is to ensure that the investors fulfill their responsibilities. Both the buyer and the seller have to pay the margin requirement before they can open any contracts or make any deals. Upon the expiry of contracts, those investors who are in long position or short position shall settle the difference by cash.

Is delivery mandatory in futures contract trading?

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The provision for delivery is made in the Byelaws of the Associations so as to ensure that the futures prices in commodities are in conformity with the underlying. Delivery is generally at the option of the sellers. However, provisions vary from Exchange to Exchange. Byelaws of some Associations give both the buyer and seller the right to demand/give delivery.

Can a buyer demand delivery against futures contract?

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The Byelaws of different Exchanges have different provisions relating to delivery. Some Exchanges give the option to seller, i.e., if the seller gives his intention to give delivery, buyers have no choice, but to accept delivery or face selling on account and/or penalty. Some Exchanges, particularly the northern Exchanges trading contracts in "gur"/jaggery provide the option both to buyer and seller.

How do I place a futures buy/sell order?

Futures
In the "Place Order" page, you need to define the stock code and opt for "Futures" in the "Product" drop down box. On clicking on "Select the contract", the whole list of contracts available in the given stock code expiring in different months would be displayed. Depending on your interest, you can select one of the contracts by clicking on buy / sell link. It will take you to the buy / sell page. Values like, your E-Invest account no., exchange, contract details would be auto-populated.

Can I short sell the shares in futures segment (i.e. sell shares which I do not hold in DP)?

Futures
Yes, you can short sell the shares in futures segment. There is no block on your holdings in the demat account.

What is the E-mini S&P 500 futures contract?

Stock Market Futures Trading Model | Frequently Asked Questi...
The E-mini S&P 500 futures contract is the most liquid stock index future available and is based on the S&P 500 Index. For a better understanding of the E-mini, we recommend you visit this site: E-Mini Info

How can I get started trading the E-mini S&P 500 futures contract?

Stock Market Futures Trading Model | Frequently Asked Questi...
Because the E-Mini S&P 500 is one of the most liquid stock index future, there are many options available to trade it. If you currently have an account with a brokerage, ask them if they allow you to trade it. If they do not offer it, then you can easily do a search on the Internet for e-mini brokerages. At this time, we do not wish to make any brokerage recommendations, so please do your own due diligence before opening an account.

What if I sell my property while I have a contract?

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Our contracts are designed to be easily transferrable to the new owners. If the new owners already have management services, we have an equitable cancellation capability with reasonable notice.

Can I sell on my contract before the property is completed?

Frequently asked questions about off plan property investing
Yes. All of our developments have the opportunity to sell on contracts before the property is built, unless stated otherwise.

Why do you sell your kittens with a contract?

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This way the new owner knows exactly what he/she can expect from the kitten and our cattery. And we as a cattery know also what we can expect from the new owner. In this way we hope to ensure a loving and healthy future for the kitten.

Do I have to sell all of my note or contract?

Western Financial - Frequently Asked Questions
Western Financial has the ability to structure a purchase plan to fit your needs. If you do not want to sell your entire note/contract we can purchase a number of payments or a portion of each payment. Will this prevent you from purchasing my note/contract? Usually not. Western Financial looks at the entire package when purchasing your receivable.
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