Futures Overview


Interactive Brokers - 69% lower than our competitors

US Markets


Cost-Plus FIXED

Our transparent Cost-Plus Fixed pricing for futures in US markets includes our low broker commission plus exchange, regulatory and clearing fees. You are not charged a carrying fee for positions held overnight.1

Cost Plus FIXED Pricing Schedule


Cost-Plus TIERED

Our transparent Cost Plus Tiered pricing for futures in US markets includes our low broker commission, which decreases depending on volume, plus exchange, regulatory and carrying fees.1

Cost Plus TIERED Pricing Schedule

Non-US Markets


Flat Rate

Our Flat Rate pricing for futures in non-US markets charges a single flat rate per contract or percent of trade value, including all commissions, exchange, regulatory, clearing and carrying fees.

Flat Rate Pricing Schedule


Cost-Plus TIERED

Our transparent Cost Plus Tiered pricing for futures in non-US markets includes our low broker commission, which decreases depending on volume, plus exchange, regulatory and carrying fees.1

Cost Plus TIERED Pricing Schedule

US Commission Rates Comparison 2
 
 
1 E-Mini S&P 500 Future
  
Interactive Brokers
$0.85
  
E-Trade
$2.99
  
Fidelity
N/A
  
optionsXpress
$3.50
  
Schwab
N/A
  
TD Ameritrade
$2.25
  
thinkorswim
$2.25
  
 
Interactive Brokers has lower commission rates for larger volumes and comparable rates worldwide.
Interactive Brokers
69%
lower than our competitors

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  1. IB's Cost Plus commission models are not guaranteed to be a direct pass-through of exchange and third-party fees and rebates. Costs passed on to customers in IB's Cost Plus commission schedule may be greater than the costs paid by IB to the relevant exchange, regulator, clearinghouse or third party. For example, IB may receive volume discounts that are not passed on to customers. Likewise, rebates passed on to customers by IB may be less than the rebates IB receives from the relevant market.
  2. Rates were obtained on July 1, 2014 from each firm's website. Some of the firms listed may have additional fees and some firms may reduce or waive commissions or fees, depending on account activity or total account value. Supporting documentation for any claims and statistical information will be provided upon request.
  3. Interactive Brokers earned a 4.5 star ranking in the March 17, 2014 Barron's Annual Best Online Brokers. *Low Cost Rated by Barron's 10 Years Straight - Low cost broker 2005 through 2012 according to Barron's online broker review. 2005 - 5 Stars, 2006 - 5 Stars, 2007 - 4.8 Stars, 2008 - 4.5 Stars, 2009 - 4.5 Stars, 2010 - 4.2 stars, 2011 - 4.5 stars, 2012 - 4.3 Stars, 2013 - 4.3 Stars. When All Screens Lead to the Bull - March 17, 2014, Barron's ranked Interactive Brokers with a 4.5 star rating for cost. Criteria included Trade Experience and Technology, Usability, Mobile, Range of Offerings, Research Amenities, Portfolio Analysis & Report, Customer Service & Education, and Costs.