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What are the similarities and differences between forward trading and futures? Can you give me an example?
Futures trading is a standardized forward transaction conducted on an exchange.

Forward trading refers to trading at some time after the conclusion of the contract.

Futures trading must be conducted on the exchange, and it must be a flat variety listed on the exchange, and the flat variety has a standard grade.

For forward transactions, only one contract is needed. The grade of the traded goods shall be agreed by both parties.