Trading the NY Heating Oil Contract

Crude oil, refined products, natural gas, and related energy contracts.

Fuel and energy costs are among the most volatile inputs in any commercial operation. Forward-contract hedging for crude oil, heating oil, RBOB gasoline, and natural gas can fix a budget number without futures margin accounts or daily settlement — one of the approaches explained throughout this library.

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Contract Specifications

ExchangeCME®-G
Contract Size42,000 gallons
Contract MonthsAll 12 months
Trading Hours18:00-17:00 ET, 18:00 open on Sunday.
Minimum Fluctuation.01¢/gal. = $4.20

Contract specifications change. Always confirm current specs with the exchange before trading.

NY Heating Oil Futures FAQ

What is the NY Heating Oil futures contract?

The New York Harbor delivery point ties this distillate contract directly to the physical supply chain of the U.S. East Coast, the nation's largest heating-fuel market. The contract trades on CME®-G with a contract size of 42,000 gallons.

How can I hedge NY Heating Oil price risk?

Fuel and energy costs are among the most volatile inputs in any commercial operation. Forward-contract hedging for crude oil, heating oil, RBOB gasoline, and natural gas can fix a budget number without futures margin accounts or daily settlement — one of the approaches explained throughout this library. Qualified hedging providers can be found through the AgriculturalHedging.com partner network.

How do I start trading NY Heating Oil futures?

Futures accounts are opened with registered firms — futures commission merchants and introducing brokers. AgriculturalHedging.com explains the contract, the margin, and the risks so you can evaluate providers and get started prepared.

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