From the Feedlot to the
Exchange
Access livestock futures with StoneX and participate in markets shaped by feed costs, weather conditions, consumer demand and global supply trends.
Futures trading involves significant risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
Explore livestock futures markets
Livestock futures contracts offer unique opportunities for traders looking to participate in livestock markets.
Live cattle futures
Live cattle futures are among the most actively traded livestock markets, offering high liquidity, with a tick value of 10.
Live livestock futures prices
Track real-time price movements across livestock futures markets. View margin requirements and competitive pricing directly from our professional platform.
Why trade livestock futures with StoneX?
Cash‑settled contracts
Trade livestock futures without the risk of physical delivery.
Capital efficiency
Benefit from competitive day trading margins.
Respond to market volatility
USDA reports releases and seasonal supply and demand shifts an drive significant price movement.
Advanced trading platforms
Trade on intuitive platforms built for active traders.
Trading during times of increased volatility involves heightened risk of loss.
Feeder cattle futures
Feeder cattle futures track younger cattle raised before entering feedlots for finishing. Volatility is driven by feed costs, weather conditions, and consumer demand.
Live cattle futures
Live cattle futures track cattle at the final stage of beef production. Pricing reflects feedlot conditions, processing capacity, and consumer demand.
Hog futures
Lean hog futures represent hogs raised for pork production. The market is shaped by production cycles, feed input costs, and shifts in both domestic and global demand.
Livestock market use cases and trading approaches
Use actionable market intelligence to test out strategies such as:
Trading USDA reports
Plan around USDA releases, intelligence, and real-life events that can cause volatility.
Seasonal demand opportunities
Capitalize on seasonal trends like increased grilling in the summer, which affects consumer demand.
Understanding price limits
Navigate limit up and limit down cases when livestock markets experience unexpected price moves.
Futures trading involves significant risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
Trading platforms, tools and market resources
Discover an ecosystem of trading tools and resources that can give you an edge when trading livestock futures.
- Actionable market intelligence from our global team
- Resources for futures traders
- Flexible account funding options
Ready to start trading livestock futures?
Take the first step with StoneX.
The trading of derivatives such as futures, options, and over-the-counter (OTC) products or “swaps” may not be suitable for all investors. Derivatives trading involves substantial risk of loss, and you should fully understand the risks prior to trading. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future results.
Livestock futures trading FAQs
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