Futures Pricing Calculator

Calculate theoretical futures prices using the cost of carry model for commodities and financial instruments.

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Futures Parameters

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Cost of Carry: F = S × e^((r + u - q) × t), where r is risk-free rate, u is storage cost, and q is dividend yield.

Theoretical Futures Price

$100.74

per unit

Basis
-$0.74
Contract Value
$10,074.25

Price Breakdown

Spot Price$100.00
Futures Price$100.74
Fair Value Premium$0.74 (0.74%)
Net Carry Rate3.00% per year

Cost of Carry Components

Financing + Storage$1.23
Dividend Income$0.49
Net Carry Cost$0.74
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sources

  • Reserve Bank of India (RBI) — Financial regulations, lending rates, and monetary policy guidelines. rbi.org.in
  • Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) — Consumer finance guidelines, mortgage and loan disclosure standards. consumerfinance.gov
  • Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) — Investment and securities market regulations. sebi.gov.in
  • Investopedia — Financial formulas, definitions, and educational content. investopedia.com

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Editorial Note

MyCalcBuddy Editorial Team

This page is maintained as an educational calculator reference.

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Formula Source: Fundamentals of Financial Management

by Brigham & Houston

🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.