
Explore opportunities in the U.S. natural gas market with E-mini Natural Gas Futures, sized smaller than the standard contract.
E-mini Natural Gas Futures are futures contracts based on Henry Hub natural gas prices, a key benchmark for the U.S. natural gas market. Each contract represents 2,500 MMBtu, or one-quarter of the standard contract size. Investors can trade the direction of natural gas prices, which are influenced by weather, energy demand, and storage levels, using a smaller contract than the standard benchmark.
Start trading with MTS Capital to access the global energy market through NYMEX, part of CME Group. Expand your international investment options and diversify into commodities, using E-mini contracts to trade your market view or manage natural gas price exposure in line with your strategy.
Feature | Investor Benefit |
|---|---|
U.S. natural gas benchmark exposure | Access movements in Henry Hub natural gas prices, a key market benchmark. |
Smaller than the standard contract | At 2,500 MMBtu, or one-quarter of the standard contract size, E-mini contracts help tailor position value to your strategy. |
More diversification options | Add exposure to energy commodities alongside equities and other asset classes. |
Nearly 23-hour trading | Respond to news and factors affecting natural gas prices across different trading sessions. |
Long and short flexibility | Trade rising or falling markets, or manage natural gas price exposure. |
Capital efficiency | Post only a portion of the contract value as margin. Leverage magnifies both gains and losses. |
Cash settlement | No physical delivery of natural gas at contract expiration. |
Contract Specification
Specification | E-mini Natural Gas Futures |
|---|---|
Symbol | NYX.NQG |
Contract Size | 2,500 MMBtu |
Tick Size | $0.005 per MMBtu |
Tick Value | $12.50 |
Regular Trading Hours Thailand Time | Monday–Friday |
For more information or to open a trading account with MTS Capital,
call 02-770-7799 or contact LINE: @mtscapital.
Futures trading involves leverage, and losses may exceed the initial margin deposit. Investors should understand the product features, trading conditions, and risks before investing.


