Crude oil investing futures
Crude oil futures contracts give investors the chance to have a highly leveraged investment. For instance, the contract unit for CME Group crude oil futures is 1,000 barrels, currently worth around $50,000. However, the current maintenance margin required is just $2,500, Crude oil is one of the better commodities on which to trade futures contracts. The market is incredibly active, and it is well known to traders around the world. Oil prices fluctuate on the faintest whisper of news regarding pricing, which makes it a favorite of swing and day traders looking for an edge. Apr WTI crude oil on Friday closed up +0.23 (+0.73%), May Brent crude oil (CBK20) closed up +0.63 (+2.10%), and Apr RBOB gasoline (RBJ20) closed up +0.0017 (+0.19%). The energy complex on Friday settled higher on expectations for additional stimulus measures from global governments to stem the negative economic effects of the coronavirus.