TD Ameritrade

Full-service broker with comprehensive futures trading capabilities and educational resources.

About TD Ameritrade

TD Ameritrade is a leading online broker that provides comprehensive futures trading services through its advanced thinkorswim platform. Known for its educational resources and research capabilities, TD Ameritrade serves both beginner and experienced futures traders.

Key Features

  • Trading Platform: thinkorswim - award-winning desktop and mobile platform
  • Market Access: CME, CBOT, NYMEX, ICE, and other major exchanges
  • Education: Extensive educational resources and webinars
  • Research: Professional-grade research and analysis tools
  • Support: 24/7 customer support and trading desk

Futures Products

Agricultural Futures

Corn, Wheat, Soybeans, Sugar, Coffee, Cotton, and more

Energy Futures

Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Heating Oil, Gasoline

Metal Futures

Gold, Silver, Copper, Platinum, Palladium

Financial Futures

Index Futures, Interest Rate Futures, Currency Futures

Pricing

  • Futures: $2.25 per contract
  • Futures Options: $2.25 per contract + $0.25 per contract fee
  • No platform fees or minimum account balance for futures trading
  • Competitive margin rates

Account Requirements

  • Minimum deposit: $2,000 for futures trading
  • Futures trading approval required
  • Risk disclosure and suitability assessment
  • Margin requirements vary by product

Why Choose TD Ameritrade

  • Award-winning thinkorswim platform
  • Comprehensive educational resources
  • Professional research and analysis
  • 24/7 customer support
  • No platform fees for futures trading
  • Strong regulatory compliance and security

Note: TD Ameritrade was acquired by Charles Schwab in 2020. Services and offerings may have changed. Please verify current terms and conditions directly with the broker.