The table below shows the minimum margins to be collected by an Exchange Participant from its clients in respect of their dealings in the contract:
Futures Contract | Margin Rate |
Initial
Margin |
Maintenance
Margin |
|||
BOC | Full Rate |
260 |
per lot | 208 |
per lot | |
Spread Rate | 40 |
/lot/side | 32 |
/lot/side |
HKFE emphasises that the above are minimum rates and Exchange Participants should set their margin requirements according to their clients' individual circumstances.