I. Significance of the delivery date of the stock index The arrival of the delivery date of the stock index means the expiration of the stock futures contract, and both parties to the transaction need to fulfill the delivery obligations stipulated in the contract. For investors with long contracts, the stock index delivery date means that they need to buy a corresponding number of stocks according to the contract. For investors who hold short contracts, the delivery date means that they need to sell a corresponding number of shares according to the contract.
Second, the stock index delivery method The stock index delivery method mainly includes two forms: physical delivery and cash settlement. Physical delivery means that investors buy and sell a corresponding number of shares at the delivery price stipulated in the contract, and actually acquire or deliver physical shares. Cash settlement means that investors settle the gains or losses of a contract by paying in cash or collecting the price difference according to the settlement price stipulated in the contract.
Third, the impact of the stock index delivery date The arrival of the stock index delivery date will have a certain impact on the market. Before and after the delivery date, investors will carry out corresponding trading operations to close or adjust positions according to the contract. This may lead to an increase in market trading volume and intensified price fluctuations. Around the delivery date, investors will decide whether to participate in futures trading or adjust their investment strategies according to the delivery date. The arrival of the delivery date often causes fluctuations in market sentiment.
Fourth, the delivery date and the choice of investors, how to deal with the delivery date is an important issue for investors. Investors can choose to close their positions in advance, that is, close their positions before the delivery date. This can avoid the trouble and risk of delivery. Investors can also choose to continue to hold the contract and make delivery according to the contract. This requires investors to have the corresponding delivery ability and trading experience. Investors can also choose to roll contracts, close contracts that are about to expire, and open new contracts at the same time. This can prolong the investment period and avoid the delivery risk.
The delivery date of stock index is an important date in stock futures trading, and investors need to make physical delivery or cash settlement according to the contract. The arrival of the delivery date will have a certain impact on the market, and investors need to make corresponding choices and decisions according to their own situation and market conditions. In futures trading, investors should fully understand the significance and influence of the delivery date and formulate corresponding investment strategies to reduce risks and obtain better returns.