Interactive Brokers offers direct access to futures across major global exchanges, including CME, ICE, and Eurex.
Futures are traded through Trader Workstation (TWS), with published commission schedules that vary by contract and exchange. Margin requirements, overnight rates, and exchange fees are clearly documented, making it easier to model total trading costs.
✅ Pros:
- Broad global futures exchange access.
- Transparent, contract-based commission schedules.
- Advanced desktop, mobile, and API trading options.
❌ Cons:
- The platform requires a learning curve.