Live Cattle (LE) Futures

$182.95
0.27[0.15%]
as of 2024-11-15
Q

How large is a live cattle futures contract?

A

Live cattle futures include 40,000 pounds of market-ready cattle, where each head has reached a weight of between 1,200 and 1,400 pounds.

Q

Why should businesses purchase live cattle futures?

A

Businesses should buy live cattle trading futures to hedge against rising livestock prices.

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Where are live cattle futures traded?

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Live cattle futures are traded on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange.

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