Nikkei 225 Futures
Trade Japan's Benchmark Index Across Three Contract Sizes — From Large to Micro.
The Nikkei 225 (Nikkei Stock Average) is Japan's most widely followed stock market index, tracking 225 blue-chip companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. As a major benchmark for the Japanese equity market, it is closely referenced by investors worldwide as an indicator of economic conditions in Japan.
Osaka Exchange (JPX) offers three types of Nikkei 225 futures contracts, designed to cater to a wide range of investors — from institutional participants to individual traders seeking more accessible entry points into Japan's equity futures market.
Minimum trading unit (1 contract) when the Nikkei 225 is 30,000 yen:
| Nikkei 225 Micro Futures | Nikkei 225 Mini Futures | Nikkei 225 Futures | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum trading unit (1 contract) |
JPY 300,000 | JPY 3,000,000 | JPY 30,000,000 |
Key Benefits
- Access to Japan's Benchmark Equity Index
- Gain direct exposure to the Nikkei 225, one of Asia's most recognised and widely referenced stock market indices
- Gain direct exposure to the Nikkei 225, one of Asia's most recognised and widely referenced stock market indices
- Three Contract Sizes for Every Investor
- Choose from Large Contracts (1,000×), Mini (100×), or Micro Futures (10×) to match your investment scale and risk appetite
- Choose from Large Contracts (1,000×), Mini (100×), or Micro Futures (10×) to match your investment scale and risk appetite
- Capital-Efficient Trading via Margin
- Trade larger notional positions with a fraction of the capital required for direct equity investment, using margin set by JSCC
- Trade larger notional positions with a fraction of the capital required for direct equity investment, using margin set by JSCC
- Precise Risk Management
- The Micro Futures contract — the smallest listed on Osaka Exchange — allows for more granular hedging and portfolio management with less capital
- The Micro Futures contract — the smallest listed on Osaka Exchange — allows for more granular hedging and portfolio management with less capital
- Established and Liquid Market
- Nikkei 225 futures have been traded on the Osaka Exchange since 1988, providing a deep and liquid market for efficient execution
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Nikkei 225 Futures (Large Contracts) are the standard benchmark futures contract based on the Nikkei Stock Average, with a minimum trading unit of 1,000 times the Nikkei 225. Listed on the Osaka Exchange, these contracts provide broad market access with up to 19 contract months available for trading across March, June, September, and December expiries. The large contract size makes them well-suited for institutional participants and experienced investors seeking significant index exposure.
Source: JPX
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Nikkei 225 mini is a stock index futures contract based on the Nikkei Stock Average, with a minimum trading unit of 100 times the Nikkei 225 — one-tenth of the Nikkei 225 Futures (Large Contracts). Listed on the Osaka Exchange since September 1988, it is designed for investors who wish to participate in Nikkei 225 futures trading with a smaller amount of capital. The mini contract's tick size is 5 yen, and margin requirements set by JSCC are one-tenth of those for the Large Contracts, making it a practical and accessible tool for both hedging and speculative trading.
Source: JPX
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Nikkei 225 micro Futures is a stock price index futures contract based on the Nikkei Stock Average, with a minimum trading unit of 10 times the Nikkei 225 — one-tenth of the Nikkei 225 mini and the smallest futures contract listed on the Osaka Exchange. Launched on May 29, 2023, the micro contract was introduced in response to the growing demand for more detailed risk management tools, as smaller-denomination trading continues to gain popularity in the cash equity market. With a tick size of 5 yen and a profit/loss fluctuation of 50 yen per tick, it allows investors to participate in Nikkei 225 futures trading with even less capital, enabling more precise position management.
Source: JPX
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