About E-Futures.com Discount Online Futures Trading
E-Futures (est. 1988, Los Angeles) hosts the FREE plus 500 futures platform, with low commissions from $0.49/side and Micro day-trading margins from $50. We operate under NFA oversight and CFTC regulation.
E-Futures.com represents the plus 500 online trading platform. Because of the power and depth of plus 500, we dedicate a part of our business to supporting it so we can provide the best possible service to our customers.
Financial Stability
In today's futures and options environment, stability and safety are top priorities. Established in 1988, we are members of the National Futures Association (NFA) and are subject to CFTC regulation. We have received the Stocks & Commodities Magazine Reader's Choice Award.
Experience
Our brokers bring 20+ years of experience across trading floors and online execution, including specializations in online futures trading.
Low Commissions & Accessible Margins
We offer futures commissions as low as $0.49 per side and Micro day-trading margins as low as $50.*
Integrity
In accordance with the Commodities Exchange Act, E-Futures clearing partners maintain all client funds in segregated accounts at approved financial institutions. Client funds are not commingled with firm or principal funds.
If you prefer to speak with a broker, call us directly-there is no wait, and you will reach the same experienced futures professionals mentioned above.
*Exchange, clearing and NFA fees are additional and may vary by product/venue.
Why E-Futures
Since 1988
Decades of continuity and market insight serving active futures traders.
NFA/CFTC Oversight
Operate under U.S. regulatory standards with segregated client funds.
Plus 500
FREE platform powered by advanced tools for charting and execution.
Low Costs
Commissions from $0.49/side and Micro day-trading margins from $50.*
Integrity & Compliance
We prioritize financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational transparency. Client assets are held at approved financial institutions in segregated accounts. Our team follows best practices for risk disclosures and client communications.
Ilan Levy-Mayer, Algo Specialist is a long-time Associated Person at Cannon Trading (since 1998) and Principal since 2008. An MBA in Finance and Marketing from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, he helped launch E-Futures.com and has led marketing, risk, and platform evaluation while being featured in SFO Magazine, Futures Magazine, and Bloomberg News, including a 2004 CBOT webinar. He also serves as Principal and AP of LEVEX Capital Management Inc., a registered CTA since 2007.
Mark O'Brien
Spreads Specialist
Mark is a third-generation native Californian, growing up in the Los Angeles area, attending the University of California, Santa Barbara and graduating with a degree in history. He started with Cannon Trading in late 1992 and after leaving and working at two other firms for about six years, he returned to Cannon in 2000 where he has been ever since. Now with a >30-year connection with trading, he continues to advance his knowledge and understanding of the futures markets and trading strategy. He carries with him a spotless NFA regulatory track record.
John Thorpe
Options Specialist
Senior Commodity Broker, Cannon Trading since February 2002, specializing in spread trading, hedging, risk management, and complex option strategies while educating a diverse client base. Former VP of Compliance and Operations at the second-largest Prudential Securities branch and Operations Manager at PaineWebber (now UBS) across five Los Angeles offices. Earlier roles include Risk Manager at Kemper Clearing with liaison work on CMEs SPAN margining post-October 1987, and multiple CBOT floor positions, including Floor Manager for A.G. Becker Kipnis & Co.
If you have heard enough and want to sign up for a demo of our online futures trading program, visit our Sign up page and we will email your login. For platform details such as margins, commissions, specifications, or market access, see the Futures Trading Software section. For general learning, browse Futures Trading Education. Our Futures Trading Tools include helpful features and market information for any futures trader.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E-Futures regulated? ⌄
Yes. We operate under the oversight of the National Futures Association (NFA) and the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Client funds are held in segregated accounts with approved financial institutions.
What platform does E-Futures provide? ⌄
We host plus 500, a FREE futures trading platform featuring professional charting, depth of market, and order management. You can Start a Free Demo.
What are your commissions and day-trading margins? ⌄
Commissions can be as low as $0.49 per side, and Micro day-trading margins can be as low as $50, depending on the product and trading specifics. Exchange, clearing, and NFA fees are additional. See Commissions and Margins.
Do you offer broker-assisted trading? ⌄
Yes. Our licensed brokers can assist with order placement and strategy execution. Call 1-800-454-9572 for details.
