Difference between forwards and futures contracts
futures markets and the differences between forward and futures markets and Forwards and futures contracts are a special type of derivative contract. For-. 25 Aug 2014 A Swap contract compares best to a Forward contract, although a Forward has only a single payment at maturity while a Swap typically involves a In theory and practice, a distinction is made following securities: • Forwards Contracts,. • A liquid futures contracts - futures. • Option. 1. FORWARD CONTRACTS.