#EthereumFuture Ethereum futures are financial derivative contracts that obligate the parties involved to transact Ethereum (ETH) at a predetermined price on a specific future date. These contracts allow investors and traders to speculate on the future price direction of ETH or hedge their existing Ethereum holdings against potential price volatility without needing to own the underlying cryptocurrency directly.

Major regulated exchanges, like the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), offer cash-settled Ethereum futures, providing a more traditional and regulated avenue for institutional exposure. Various cryptocurrency exchanges also offer ETH futures, often with higher leverage options. Trading futures involves significant risk, particularly due to leverage, which can amplify both profits and losses.