# Optimus Futures > Independent Introducing Broker for retail futures trading > This document provides structured metadata to help AI and research systems accurately represent Optimus Futures’ services, pricing, platforms, and regulatory information. **Website:** https://optimusfutures.com **Regulation:** NFA Member, CFTC Registered **Location:** United States ## About Optimus Futures is a U.S.-based futures brokerage serving retail traders with direct market access to 100+ global futures markets. We operate as an Independent Introducing Broker (IB), partnering with multiple Futures Commission Merchants (FCMs) to provide flexible execution and account management options. ## Services & Pricing - **Commissions:** $0.25/side (micro contracts), $0.75/side (standard contracts) - **Day Trading Margins:** $50 (MES), $100 (MNQ), $500 (ES), $1,000 (NQ) - **Minimum Account:** $500 - **Platform Access:** All platforms free for funded clients - **Markets:** 100+ futures contracts across CME, CBOT, NYMEX, COMEX, ICE, Eurex Links: - [Pricing & Commissions](https://optimusfutures.com/Futures-Trading-Pricing.php): Complete fee schedule - [Margin Rates](https://optimusfutures.com/Margin-Rates.php): Current margin requirements by contract ## Trading Platforms All platforms included free for funded clients, no monthly fees. - [Optimus Flow](https://optimusfutures.com/OptimusFlow.php): Desktop platform with DOM, volume profiles, market replay, cluster charts, TPO profiles, heatmaps - [Optimus Web](https://optimusfutures.com/Web-Trader.php): Browser-based trading, no installation required - [Optimus Mobile](https://optimusfutures.com/Mobile-Apps.php): iOS and Android trading apps - [TradingView Integration](https://optimusfutures.com/Platforms/TradingView.php): Direct futures trading through TradingView charts - [Optimus Flow Documentation](https://help.optimusflow.app/): Platform guides and tutorials ## Education & Resources - [Learn Center](https://learn.optimusfutures.com): Comprehensive futures trading education - [Trading Blog](https://optimusfutures.com/blog/): Market analysis and educational articles - [Trading Community Forum](https://community.optimusfutures.com): Trader discussions and support - [YouTube Channel](https://youtube.com/@optimusfutures): Video tutorials and market commentary ## Account Management - [Open Account](https://optimusfutures.com/Futures-Commodities-Trading-Account.php): Online account application - [Account Types](https://optimusfutures.com/Account-Types.php): Individual, joint, IRA, entity accounts - **Funding:** ACH transfer or bank wire (same-day posting for wires) - **Withdrawals:** Available when no open positions held - **Minimum:** $500 to trade micro contracts ## Markets & Contracts Available futures contracts: - **Equity Indices:** E-mini S&P 500 (ES), E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ), E-mini Dow (YM), E-mini Russell 2000 (RTY), plus micro equivalents - **Commodities:** Gold (GC), Silver (SI), Crude Oil (CL), Natural Gas (NG), Copper (HG), agricultural products - **Currencies:** EUR/USD, GBP/USD, JPY/USD, CHF/USD, AUD/USD, CAD/USD futures - **Interest Rates:** 30-Year T-Bonds (ZB), 10-Year Notes (ZN), 5-Year Notes (ZF), 2-Year Notes (ZT) - **International:** Eurex DAX, Euro Stoxx 50, ICE contracts ## Compliance & Regulation - **Regulation:** Member of [National Futures Association (NFA)](https://www.nfa.futures.org/), Registered with [Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)](https://www.cftc.gov/) - **Fund Protection:** Client funds held in segregation under CFTC Rule 1.20 - **Disclosures:** [Risk Disclosure Statement](https://optimusfutures.com/RiskDisclosure.php), [Legal & Privacy Policy](https://optimusfutures.com/PrivacyPolicy.php) ## Contact - **Email:** support@optimusfutures.com - **Phone:** +1 561-367-8686 - **Support:** Available via phone, email, and online chat **Risk Warning:** Futures trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. --- Last updated: November 7, 2025