Question 1

1. What is the MES?

Accepted Answer

The MES (Micro E-mini S&P 500 Futures) is a smaller version of the E-mini S&P 500 contract.
Each tick is worth $1.25, making it ideal for beginners and small accounts.

Question 2

2. How much money do I need to start trading MES?

Accepted Answer

Most brokers require $50–$500 intraday margin per contract.
However, a safer starting balance is $500–$1,500, depending on your risk tolerance.

Question 3

3. What is the tick size and value of MES?

Accepted Answer

Tick size: 0.25

Tick value: $1.25 per tick

4 ticks = 1 point = $5

Question 4

5. Is MES good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — MES is considered the safest Futures product for new traders because of its:

Low cost per trade

Manageable volatility

Small tick value

High liquidity

Question 5

7. What is the leverage on MES?

Accepted Answer

MES Futures offer significant leverage—you control a $200,000+ contract value with a small margin.
This is powerful but also risky. Proper risk management is essential.

Question 6

9. Is MES hard to trade?

Accepted Answer

MES is easier to control than larger contracts but still moves fast.
The challenge isn’t the product — it’s the discipline and psychology behind trading.

Question 7

13. When does MES expire?

Accepted Answer

MES contracts expire quarterly (March, June, September, December).
Most traders “roll over” to the next contract a few days before expiration.

Question 8

15. Can I make a full-time income trading MES?

Accepted Answer

Yes — but only with consistent discipline, risk management, and a solid strategy.
Most new traders need 3–12 months of structured training and practice.

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