YRM Prop Approved Products 2026 – Complete List

‍YRM Prop provides access to listed futures products exclusively on four major U.S. exchanges: CME, CBOT, NYMEX, and COMEX.

This futures-only infrastructure covers equity indices, commodities, metals, energies, agricultural products, and cryptocurrency futures — delivering institutional-grade trading opportunities across every major asset class without the complexity of multi-asset platforms.

Traders operate within a focused, professionally optimized environment specifically designed for futures execution on the most liquid contracts available in global markets, using either mini or micro contract sizes to match account risk parameters and position sizing requirements.

The firm's approved product list spans 50+ actively traded futures instruments, from the E-mini S&P 500 (ES) and Micro E-mini NASDAQ-100 (MNQ) to Gold (GC), Crude Oil (CL), and Bitcoin futures (BTC). YRM Prop allows both mini and micro contracts on supported instruments, with position limits scaled by account size — 50K accounts trade up to 5 minis or 50 micros, 100K accounts handle 10 minis or 100 micros, and 150K accounts accommodate 15 minis or 150 micros. This flexibility enables traders to build diversified portfolios across multiple asset classes while respecting firm-wide risk management guidelines that maintain account sustainability and drawdown compliance.

Understanding which products YRM Prop supports — and which are prohibited — is essential for strategy development, platform selection, and ensuring compliance with firm rules. This guide catalogs every tradeable instrument, breaks down contract specifications, explains position sizing calculations, and clarifies the boundaries of what you can and cannot trade on YRM Prop's simulated funded accounts.

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YRM Prop Approved Exchanges

YRM Prop provides access to four exchanges within the CME Group ecosystem:

CME (Chicago Mercantile Exchange)

Products: Equity indices (ES, NQ, RTY), livestock (cattle, hogs), cryptocurrency futures (Bitcoin)

The CME is the world's largest futures exchange, offering the most liquid equity index futures contracts in global markets. The E-mini S&P 500 (ES) alone trades over 1.5 million contracts daily, providing institutional-grade execution and tight bid-ask spreads for YRM Prop traders.

CBOT (Chicago Board of Trade)

Products: Agricultural commodities (corn, wheat, soybeans), E-mini Dow Jones (YM)

CBOT specializes in agricultural futures and is the oldest futures exchange in the United States. Corn, soybeans, and wheat contracts provide exposure to fundamental supply-demand dynamics influenced by weather, global trade, and seasonal planting cycles.

NYMEX (New York Mercantile Exchange)

Products: Energy futures (crude oil, natural gas, gasoline, heating oil), platinum

NYMEX is the primary venue for energy futures trading. Crude oil (CL) is one of the most actively traded commodities globally, with daily volume exceeding 400,000 contracts. Natural gas (NG) provides exposure to U.S. energy markets driven by seasonal demand and production trends.

COMEX (Commodity Exchange)

Products: Precious metals (gold, silver, copper)

COMEX handles metals trading, with gold (GC) serving as a global benchmark for precious metals pricing. Silver (SI) and copper (HG) offer exposure to industrial metals influenced by manufacturing, construction, and economic growth.

Position Limits by Account Size

YRM Prop calculates position limits using micro contract equivalencies. Each mini contract equals 10 micro contracts for position limit calculations.

Equivalency formula:

• 1 mini = 10 micros
• Total position = (minis × 10) + micros

Position Sizing Examples

Example 1: 50K account trading ES

• Max 5 ES contracts (each ES = 10 MES)
• OR max 50 MES contracts
• OR 3 ES + 20 MES = (3×10) + 20 = 50 micros ✅

Example 2: 100K account diversified portfolio

• 2 NQ (20 micros) + 3 ES (30 micros) + 40 MES + 10 MGC
• Total: 20 + 30 + 40 + 10 = 100 micros ✅

Example 3: Violation — 50K account

• 4 ES (40 micros) + 15 MES = 55 micros ❌ (exceeds 50 micro limit)

Contract Specifications Deep Dive

Equity Index Futures

E-mini S&P 500 (ES) / Micro E-mini S&P 500 (MES)

ES represents the most liquid futures contract globally, tracking the S&P 500 index of the 500 largest U.S. publicly traded companies. With $50 multiplier per index point, a 10-point move equals $500 profit/loss on one ES contract. MES offers 1/10th the exposure at $5 multiplier, ideal for smaller accounts or precision position sizing.

Trading characteristics:

• Tick size: 0.25 points
• ES tick value: $12.50
• MES tick value: $1.25
• Trading hours: Sunday 6:00 PM – Friday 5:00 PM ET (maintenance break 5:00-6:00 PM daily)

E-mini NASDAQ-100 (NQ) / Micro E-mini NASDAQ-100 (MNQ)

NQ tracks the NASDAQ-100 index, heavily weighted toward technology stocks (Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Tesla, Nvidia). Higher volatility than ES due to tech sector concentration, with $20 multiplier creating larger profit/loss swings. MNQ at $2 multiplier provides proportional exposure reduction.

Trading characteristics:

• Tick size: 0.25 points
• NQ tick value: $5.00
• MNQ tick value: $0.50
• Typical daily range: 100-300 points ($2,000-$6,000 per NQ contract)

E-mini Dow Jones (YM) / Micro E-mini Dow Jones (MYM)

YM tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average, a price-weighted index of 30 blue-chip U.S. companies. Lower volatility and tighter daily ranges compared to NQ, with $5 multiplier creating moderate profit/loss potential. MYM at $0.50 multiplier offers the smallest index exposure available.

Trading characteristics:

• Tick size: 1.00 point
• YM tick value: $5.00
• MYM tick value: $0.50
• Typical daily range: 200-500 points ($1,000-$2,500 per YM contract)

E-mini Russell 2000 (RTY) / Micro E-mini Russell 2000 (M2K)

RTY tracks the Russell 2000 index of small-cap U.S. stocks. Higher volatility than ES/YM but lower than NQ, with $50 multiplier matching ES contract size. Small-cap focus creates unique price action driven by domestic economic conditions rather than global trends.

Trading characteristics:

• Tick size: 0.10 points
• RTY tick value: $5.00
• M2K tick value: $0.50
• Typical daily range: 20-50 points ($1,000-$2,500 per RTY contract)

Energy Futures

Crude Oil WTI (CL) / Micro Crude Oil (MCL)

CL represents West Texas Intermediate crude oil, the U.S. benchmark for oil pricing. Each contract controls 1,000 barrels, with $10 tick value per $0.01 price movement. MCL at 100 barrels provides 1/10th exposure, ideal for smaller accounts trading energy.

Trading characteristics:

• Contract size: 1,000 barrels (CL), 100 barrels (MCL)
• Tick size: $0.01
• CL tick value: $10
• MCL tick value: $1
• Typical daily range: $1-$3 ($1,000-$3,000 per CL contract)

Natural Gas (NG)

NG tracks U.S. natural gas pricing, measured in million British thermal units (MMBtu). Highly volatile due to seasonal demand (winter heating, summer cooling), weather impacts, and storage level reports.

Trading characteristics:

• Contract size: 10,000 MMBtu
• Tick size: $0.001
• Tick value: $10
• Typical daily range: $0.10-$0.50 ($1,000-$5,000 per contract)

Metals Futures

Gold (GC) / Micro Gold (MGC)

GC is the global benchmark for gold futures, with 100 troy ounce contract size. Gold serves as inflation hedge, safe-haven asset during market volatility, and portfolio diversification instrument. MGC at 10 troy ounces provides accessible entry point.

Trading characteristics:

• Contract size: 100 oz (GC), 10 oz (MGC)
• Tick size: $0.10
• GC tick value: $10
• MGC tick value: $1
• Typical daily range: $10-$30 ($1,000-$3,000 per GC contract)

Silver (SI) / Micro Silver (SIL)

SI tracks silver pricing with 5,000 troy ounce contract size. Silver exhibits higher volatility than gold due to dual role as precious metal and industrial commodity. SIL at 1,000 ounces reduces exposure by 80%.

Trading characteristics:

• Contract size: 5,000 oz (SI), 1,000 oz (SIL)
• Tick size: $0.005
• SI tick value: $25
• SIL tick value: $5
• Typical daily range: $0.50-$2.00 ($2,500-$10,000 per SI contract)

Agricultural Futures

Corn (ZC), Soybeans (ZS), Wheat (ZW)

Agricultural futures trade in 5,000 bushel contracts, influenced by planting seasons, weather conditions, global demand, and USDA crop reports. Price quotations in cents per bushel, with $12.50 tick value per 1/4 cent movement.

Trading characteristics:

• Contract size: 5,000 bushels
• Tick size: 1/4 cent ($0.0025)
• Tick value: $12.50
• Typical daily range: 10-30 cents ($500-$1,500 per contract)

Live Cattle (LE), Lean Hogs (HE)

Livestock futures track meat commodity pricing, with 40,000 pound contract sizes. Seasonal patterns driven by feeding cycles, weather, feed costs, and consumer demand.

Trading characteristics:

• Contract size: 40,000 lbs
• Tick size: $0.00025
• Tick value: $10
• Typical daily range: $1-$3 ($400-$1,200 per contract)

Cryptocurrency Futures

Bitcoin (BTC) / Micro Bitcoin (MBT)

BTC futures provide regulated exposure to Bitcoin price movements without holding actual cryptocurrency. CME Bitcoin futures settled in cash based on Bitcoin Reference Rate. BTC controls 5 Bitcoin, MBT controls 0.10 Bitcoin.

Trading characteristics:

• Contract size: 5 BTC (BTC), 0.10 BTC (MBT)
• Tick size: $5
• BTC tick value: $25
• MBT tick value: $0.50
• Typical daily range: $1,000-$5,000 ($5,000-$25,000 per BTC contract)

Prohibited Products at YRM Prop

Understanding what you cannot trade is equally important:

❌ Stocks/Equities — No individual stock trading (Apple, Tesla, Microsoft, etc.)

❌ Options — No options on futures, equity options, or index options

❌ Forex Spot — No spot forex pairs (EUR/USD, GBP/USD, etc.)

❌ Cryptocurrency Spot — No spot Bitcoin, Ethereum, or altcoins

❌ CFDs — No contracts for difference on any instruments

❌ Bonds/Treasuries — No Treasury futures (ZB, ZN, ZF)

❌ Currency Futures — No forex futures (6E, 6B, 6J)

Why futures-only?

YRM Prop's futures-only infrastructure optimizes execution quality, reduces platform complexity, and ensures traders operate within regulated exchange environments. Futures provide standardized contracts, transparent pricing, centralized clearing, and institutional liquidity unavailable in OTC markets.

Commission Structure

YRM Prop applies commissions after trade closure, separate from unrealized P&L calculations.

Example commission rates:

• MES: ~$1.60 round-trip
• ES: ~$4.00-$5.00 round-trip
• NQ: ~$4.00-$5.00 round-trip
• GC: ~$3.00-$4.00 round-trip
• CL: ~$3.00-$4.00 round-trip

How commissions work:

Scenario: Trade 1 MES contract

• Entry: 5800.00
• Exit: 5810.00
• Gross profit: 10 points × $5/point = $50
• Commission: $1.60
• Net profit: $48.40

Commissions are fully transparent, visible in platform execution reports, and deducted automatically from realized P&L.

Trading Hours & Market Sessions

YRM Prop active trading window: 6:00 PM – 4:15 PM EST (next day)

Key Session Times

Overnight Session: 6:00 PM – 9:30 AM EST

• Lower volume, wider spreads
• Reacts to international news (Europe open, Asia close)
• Ideal for swing trades, position building

U.S. Market Session: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM EST

• Highest volume, tightest spreads
• Peak volatility at open (9:30-10:30 AM) and close (3:00-4:00 PM)
• Ideal for scalping, day trading, high-frequency execution

Mandatory Position Close: 4:15 PM EST daily

• All positions must be closed before this deadline
• Weekend holding prohibited (positions closed Friday by 4:15 PM)
• Violating closure requirements can result in account breach

Diversification Strategies Across Asset Classes

Strategy 1: Index + Energy Hedge

Portfolio: 2 MES + 1 MCL (50K account)

• MES exposure: U.S. equity markets
• MCL exposure: Energy sector hedge
• Correlation: Often inversely correlated (oil up = equities down)

Strategy 2: Metals + Agriculture Balance

Portfolio: 2 MGC + 1 ZC + 1 ZS (50K account)

• MGC: Inflation hedge, safe-haven
• ZC/ZS: Agricultural exposure, seasonality plays
• Correlation: Low correlation improves portfolio stability

Strategy 3: Multi-Index Diversification

Portfolio: 1 ES + 1 NQ + 1 RTY (100K account using minis)

• ES: Large-cap blend
• NQ: Tech-heavy growth
• RTY: Small-cap domestic exposure
• Correlation: Moderate correlation but different sector weights

Most Popular Instruments Among YRM Prop Traders

Based on volume and trader preferences:

1. MES (Micro E-mini S&P 500) — Highest liquidity, tightest spreads, most accessible
2. ES (E-mini S&P 500) — Standard for serious futures traders
3. MNQ (Micro E-mini NASDAQ-100) — Tech sector exposure, higher volatility
4. NQ (E-mini NASDAQ-100) — Preferred by aggressive scalpers
5. MGC (Micro Gold) — Safe-haven trades, portfolio diversification
6. MCL (Micro Crude Oil) — Energy exposure without full CL contract size
7. RTY (E-mini Russell 2000) — Small-cap volatility plays

Final Verdict

YRM Prop's approved products list covers every major asset class through regulated U.S. futures exchanges, providing institutional-grade access to equity indices, commodities, metals, energies, agriculture, and cryptocurrency futures.

The futures-only infrastructure eliminates the complexity of multi-asset platforms while delivering superior execution quality, transparent pricing, and deep liquidity on the most actively traded contracts globally.

Traders can build diversified portfolios across uncorrelated asset classes, scale position sizes using micro contracts, and access 50+ instruments through professional platforms (Volumetrica, Quantower) with institutional data feeds (DxFeed, CQG, Marex). Position limits scale appropriately with account size, enabling 1-15 mini contracts or 10-150 micro contracts depending on capital allocation.

The exclusion of stocks, options, spot forex, and CFDs is a strategic advantage — not a limitation. Futures provide standardized contracts, centralized clearing, regulatory oversight, and 23-hour trading windows that spot markets cannot match. For traders serious about futures trading, YRM Prop delivers focused infrastructure optimized for this specific asset class.

Understanding which instruments you can trade, how position limits work, and which products are prohibited ensures compliance, prevents rule violations, and allows strategic portfolio construction aligned with your trading style and risk tolerance.

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YRM Prop Approved Products FAQ

What exchanges does YRM Prop support?

YRM Prop provides access to four CME Group exchanges: CME (equity indices, livestock, crypto futures), CBOT (agriculture, YM), NYMEX (energy, platinum), and COMEX (precious metals). All are U.S.-regulated futures exchanges with institutional liquidity and standardized contracts.

Can I trade stocks or options at YRM Prop?

No. YRM Prop is futures-only. Stocks, equity options, futures options, spot forex, cryptocurrency spot, CFDs, and bond futures are not permitted. The firm focuses exclusively on listed futures products for optimized execution and regulatory compliance.

What's the difference between mini and micro contracts?

Mini contracts (ES, NQ, YM, RTY) are standard-sized futures. Micro contracts (MES, MNQ, MYM, M2K) are 1/10th the size, offering reduced exposure, lower margin requirements, and finer position sizing. Example: ES controls $50 per point, MES controls $5 per point.

How are position limits calculated?

YRM Prop uses micro contract equivalencies. Each mini = 10 micros. Total position = (minis × 10) + micros. Example: 50K account max 50 micros can trade 5 ES, or 50 MES, or 3 ES + 20 MES.

Can I trade Bitcoin at YRM Prop?

Yes, but only CME Bitcoin futures (BTC) or Micro Bitcoin futures (MBT) — not spot cryptocurrency. Bitcoin futures are cash-settled, regulated contracts that track Bitcoin Reference Rate without requiring actual cryptocurrency ownership.

What are the most liquid contracts?

ES (E-mini S&P 500) and MES (Micro E-mini S&P 500) offer the tightest spreads and highest volume. NQ/MNQ (NASDAQ-100) are second. GC/MGC (Gold) and CL/MCL (Crude Oil) lead their respective asset classes.

Do all products have micro equivalents?

No. Equity indices (ES, NQ, YM, RTY) and select commodities (gold, crude oil, Bitcoin) have micro versions. Agricultural futures (corn, soybeans, wheat), most energy contracts (natural gas, gasoline), and livestock futures do not offer micro contracts.

What trading hours apply?

YRM Prop allows trading 6:00 PM – 4:15 PM EST (next day). Most futures trade nearly 24 hours Sunday evening through Friday afternoon, with maintenance breaks 5:00-6:00 PM ET daily. All positions must close by 4:15 PM EST, no weekend holding.

Can I diversify across multiple asset classes?

Yes, within position limits. Example: 50K account could trade 20 MES (equities) + 10 MGC (metals) + 10 MCL (energy) + 10 MBT (crypto) = 50 micros total. Diversification reduces correlation risk and smooths equity curves.

How do commissions work?

Commissions apply after trade closure, separate from unrealized P&L. Rates vary by contract (MES ~$1.60 round-trip, ES ~$4-5, NQ ~$4-5). Example: MES trade profits $50 gross, $1.60 commission = $48.40 net profit.