1, with different trading objects: the object of futures trading is standard futures contract; The object of spot trading is all kinds of physical objects, which are concrete and real goods.
2. Different trading methods: futures trading contracts, while spot trading is physical.
3. Different trading places: Futures trading must be concentrated in the exchange, and spot trading can be conducted anywhere.
4. Different holding methods: futures are delivered by contract, and there is a contract expiration date, which requires delivery/relocation upon expiration. Spot as long as the account funds are sufficient, you can always hold it.
5. Different funding thresholds: the amount of funds needed for investing in futures is very large, and the funds of 30,000 to 50,000 yuan belong to the lowest category. The threshold of spot trading is similar to that of stocks, and you can invest as little as several thousand yuan.
6. The trading system is different: futures are competitive transactions, and people must sell them before they can purchase them. You must buy them if you want to sell them. Spot is a market trading system, that is, buy and sell.