The delivery date of futures refers to an important time node in futures trading, and refers to the date when futures contracts expire. The maturity date of futures contracts is usually the third Friday of a month, and some are the second Friday. Before the maturity date, futures traders must decide whether to close their positions or deliver them. If the goods are delivered, the payment for goods and goods shall be delivered to the other party according to the delivery method and time stipulated in the contract. If you close your position, you will sell or buy back the futures contract you hold before the delivery date of the futures index.
The arrival of futures delivery date is an important decision-making moment for futures traders. Before delivery, traders with long contracts need to decide whether to deliver according to the contract or choose to close the position; Traders with short contracts need to decide whether to deliver according to the contract or choose to close the position. If the goods are delivered, we need to consider the quality of the goods and the place of delivery, as well as the payment method and time and many other details.
Before the delivery date of futures index, futures traders can control risks and gain profits through various strategies. For example, reducing risks through hedging operations or amplifying gains through leverage. However, whether it is to control risks or gain profits, it is necessary to have a deep understanding and grasp of market trends and trading rules.
In short, the delivery of futures index is an important link in futures trading, and futures traders need to make full preparations and decisions before the delivery date of futures index to ensure the smooth progress of trading. At the same time, we should also pay attention to risk control and market trends in order to get a better return on investment.