Webull Expands Futures Offering with CME Nano Futures, Bringing Smaller Equity Index Contracts to Retail Investors

Webull adds CME Nano equity index futures at one-tenth Micro E-mini size, aiming to give approved retail users finer control over index exposure.

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Webull (BULL) will offer eligible customers access to CME Group's E-nano S&P 500 and E-nano Nasdaq-100 futures starting in mid-September 2026, expanding its futures product lineup with smaller-sized equity index contracts.

CME Nano Futures are ultra-small contracts sized at one-tenth of comparable CME Micro E-mini futures, allowing positions with less notional exposure and potentially lower dollar margin requirements. Through Webull, approved futures customers can trade these Nano contracts alongside existing futures products and use the platform's tools to monitor markets, manage positions and tailor equity index exposure in more precise increments, subject to account, margin, risk and jurisdictional requirements.

Positive

• CME Nano Futures size one-tenth of CME Micro E-mini contracts
• Nano contracts expected to be available to eligible Webull customers in mid-September 2026
• Addition of Nano Futures expands Webull's retail futures product offering
• Smaller contract size allows positions with less notional exposure and potentially lower dollar margin requirements

Negative

• None.

Market Context

Before publication, BULL closed at $9.22 with a -0.86% prior-day change; the Nano Futures launch add...

Analysis

Before publication, BULL closed at $9.22 with a -0.86% prior-day change; the Nano Futures launch added product-scope information to a pre-existing market position, not a measured post-headline reaction.

Key Figures

Contract size: One-tenth Expected availability: Mid-September

Contract size

One-tenth

Compared with CME Micro E-mini futures

Expected availability

Mid-September

Eligible Webull customers

Key Terms

notional exposure, margin requirements, futures commission merchant, cleared swaps

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notional exposure financial

"take positions with less notional exposure"

Notional exposure is the face value or nominal amount that underlies a financial contract, especially derivatives like futures, options, or swaps; it represents the scale of the asset or position referenced by the contract rather than the actual cash exchanged. It matters to investors because it shows the size of market exposure and potential gains or losses relative to the capital put up, similar to knowing the total value of a mortgage you control versus the down payment you actually made.

margin requirements financial

"lower dollar margin requirements"

Margin requirements are the minimum amount of cash or securities an investor must keep with a broker when borrowing to buy stocks or when holding short positions; think of it like a down payment and required balance on a loan. They matter because they limit how much leverage an investor can use and can trigger a margin call — forcing quick sales to restore the required balance — which can amplify gains or losses and affect market liquidity.

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futures commission merchant regulatory

"Webull Futures LLC, a Futures Commission Merchant registered"

A futures commission merchant (FCM) is a licensed firm that executes and clears futures and options trades for clients, holds margin funds, and handles settlement and recordkeeping. Think of an FCM as the specialized broker and custodian for futures markets that also provides credit and risk controls; its reliability affects an investor’s ability to trade, the safety of their money, and the costs and speed of executing positions.

cleared swaps financial

"Futures and cleared swaps trading is offered"

Cleared swaps are over-the-counter derivative contracts that are processed through a central clearinghouse instead of being kept just between the two original parties. The clearinghouse becomes the buyer to every seller and seller to every buyer, managing margin, settlement, and default rules to lower counterparty risk and standardize procedures. Investors care because central clearing changes credit exposure, liquidity, margin costs and regulatory capital treatment compared with uncleared swaps.

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New contracts are one-tenth the size of CME Micro E-mini futures, giving eligible Webull customers greater flexibility to manage market exposure

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Webull (NASDAQ: BULL), an online investment platform, today announced that eligible customers will have access to CME Group's E-nano S&P 500 and E-nano Nasdaq-100 futures, expanding the platform's futures offering with smaller-sized contracts. This expands Webull's futures offering with smaller contracts that allow retail investors to manage exposure to major U.S. equity indexes in more precise increments. 

CME Nano Futures are ultra-small equity index futures contracts sized at one-tenth of comparable CME Micro E-mini futures. The smaller contract size allows investors to take positions with less notional exposure and potentially lower dollar margin requirements, providing greater control over position sizing and the ability to manage risk in smaller increments. 

"Our vision is to ensure Webull continues to evolve alongside the needs of individual investors and the many ways they engage with the markets," said Anthony Denier, Group President and U.S. CEO of Webull. "The addition of CME Nano Futures reflects that vision by expanding the breadth of products available through the platform and strengthening our futures offering." 

"As our retail futures customer base continues to grow, CME Nano Futures expand the Webull experience by giving customers a more accessible way to participate in major equity index markets," said Tanmay Sheth, FCM Product Head- Futures and Prediction Markets at Webull. "This launch reflects our commitment to enhancing the retail experience for futures and derivatives products through flexible, customer-focused trading tools." 

Through Webull, eligible customers can trade Nano Futures alongside the platform's existing futures products and use the same tools and functionality to monitor markets, manage positions and make informed trading decisions. The contracts are available to customers with an approved Webull futures account and remain subject to applicable account, margin, risk and jurisdictional requirements. 

The addition of Nano Futures builds on Webull's expansion of its futures offering and gives eligible retail customers another way to manage equity index exposure. By enabling positions in smaller increments, the contracts can support more precise position sizing across a broader range of account sizes, expanding the ways investors can manage market exposure and tailor their strategies to their individual risk preferences. 

CME Nano Futures are expected to be available to eligible Webull customers in mid-September. 

To learn more about futures trading on Webull, please visit: www.webull.com/trading-investing/futures 

About Webull US: 

Webull is a leading online investment platform built on next-generation global infrastructure. Users of the Webull platform are empowered to pursue their financial goals with advanced charting tools, cutting-edge technology, and real-time market data. Webull's customers can access low-cost trading across a wide range of assets and tools, including securities, options, digital assets, and futures, along with wealth management services, and AI technologies, for an elevated trading experience. The Webull platform also supports other financial firms, including brokers, hedge funds, advisors, fintechs, and financial institutions. All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of principal. Customers should carefully consider all risks associated with any investment, including the risks set forth in the disclosure documents linked below, and consult with financial professionals and other advisors before making any investment. Please visit http://www.webull.com/disclosures to read the applicable disclosure documents. For more information about Webull, visit www.webull.com. 

Disclaimer: Securities and options trading is provided by Webull Financial LLC, which is registered as a broker-dealer with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC). Futures and cleared swaps trading is offered by Webull Futures LLC, a Futures Commission Merchant registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and a member of the National Futures Association (NFA). Investing in securities and options, and trading futures and cleared swaps, involves risk and is not suitable for all investors. Futures and cleared swaps trading involves substantial risk. Please read the Risk Disclosure Statement and other relevant Futures Disclosures located at www.webull.com/fcm-disclosures prior to trading futures or cleared swaps products. Futures accounts are not protected by SIPC. AI technologies, including Vega and Vega Analyst, are provided for informational and educational purposes only and do not provide investment advice, recommendations, or endorsements. AI-generated outputs may contain errors, and Webull makes no guarantees regarding their accuracy, completeness, or reliability.

About Webull Corporation: 

Webull Corporation (NASDAQ: BULL) owns and operates Webull, a leading digital investment platform built on next-generation global infrastructure and AI technologies. Through its global network of licensed brokerages, Webull offers investment services in 18 markets across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa, and Latin America. Webull serves more than 28 million registered users globally, providing retail and institutional investors with 24/7 access to global financial markets. Users can put investment strategies to work by trading global stocks, ETFs, options, futures, fractional shares, and digital assets through Webull's trading platform, which seamlessly integrates market data and information, its user community, and investor education resources. Learn more at www.webullcorp.com. 

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FAQ

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Which specific CME Nano contracts will be available on Webull?

Eligible Webull customers will have access to CME Group's E-nano S&P 500 and E-nano Nasdaq-100 futures contracts.

When are CME Nano Futures expected to be accessible to Webull customers?

CME Nano Futures are expected to be available to eligible Webull customers in mid-September 2026.

Who can trade CME Nano Futures on Webull?

The contracts are available to customers with an approved Webull futures account and remain subject to applicable account, margin, risk and jurisdictional requirements.

How do Nano Futures compare in size to CME Micro E-mini futures?

CME Nano Futures are described as ultra-small equity index futures contracts sized at one-tenth of comparable CME Micro E-mini futures.

Can Nano Futures be traded with the same tools as other futures on Webull?

Through Webull, eligible customers can trade Nano Futures alongside existing futures products and use the same tools and functionality to monitor markets, manage positions and make trading decisions.