Introducing CoinDCX US Stock Futures
Don’t Just Follow Global Markets. Trade on Them
The Problem: Watching Global Markets… Without Being Able to Act
If you actively trade crypto or Indian F&O, this might sound familiar:
You track Tesla earnings.
You watch Nvidia move 8% after-hours.
You follow Fed commentary.
You see the breakout forming.
And then?
You do nothing.
Not because you lack conviction. Not because you missed the signal.
Here’s the friction most traders face:
- Traditional US stock platforms operate within fixed exchange timings, limiting flexibility
- US market hours don’t align with Indian trading hours
- Traditional US stock access requires full capital exposure
- No built-in leverage for active trading
- FX conversion and US wallets add frictionLeveraging US stocks price movements with INR involves friction
- Settlement and reporting feel complex
- Most platforms are built for long-term holding, not active trading
You track like a global trader.
But you participate like a spectator.
The Solution: CoinDCX US Stock Futures
Introducing CoinDCX US Stock Futures, built for traders who already follow global markets.
Now, the same earnings releases, macro events, and tech news you track daily are tradable in real time, directly from your CoinDCX account.
No foreign wallets.
No FX confusion.
No capital lock-ups.
Just futures-style trading based on leading U.S. stocks and indices in INR. CoinDCX US Stock Futures provides price exposure and access to 25+ global markets, including index exposure like the Nasdaqfrom the world’s leading tech indices, along withtracking major U.S. companies such as Tesla (TSLA), Apple (AAPL), Meta (META), Google (Alphabet) etc., all from a single platform.
What Makes It Different?
First-Time Access to US Stock Futures in India
CoinDCX brings US stock linked futures to Indian traders in a familiar INR-based trading environment, removing traditional barriers on access, cross-border execution and time barriers.
Long & Short in INR
Take Place claim orders on bullish or bearish positions on price movements of US stocks in INRwithout currency conversion hassles.
Trade 24×7
Unlike traditional stock exchanges, US stock futures on CoinDCX are available around the clock.
Leverage up to ~25×
Get capital-efficient exposure without blocking large amounts of funds.
Start with ₹100
Lower entry barriers for traders who want flexibility.
Who Is This Built For?
- The Missed-Move Trader
You trade Indian F&O.
You trade crypto futures.
You follow US earnings calls.
But when the move happens, you’re stuck watching charts.
US Stock Futures on CoinDCX allow you to act when the move is happening, not the next few days after the volatility fades.
- The Global Opportunity Seeker
You understand leverage.
You’re comfortable with volatility.
You look for macro catalysts.
But traditional US stock access blocks capital and adds banking overhead.
Now you can trade place claims on US stock futures the same way you trade crypto futures, familiar interface, familiar structure. You can leverage price volatility of US stocks without the hassle that comes with actual underlying US stock.
How to Trade US Stock Futures from India
Step 1: Open the CoinDCX App
Sign up or log in to your CoinDCX account.
Step 2: Go to the F&O Section
Navigate to the Futures tab to access U.S. Stock Futures.
Step 3: Add INR to Your US Stocks Futures Wallet
Fund your U.S. Futures wallet directly in INR to place claim orders for US stock futures.
Step 4: Select a US Stock Market
Choose from available market positions linked to prices of stocks such as Tesla, Apple, or major U.S. indices.
Step 5: Place Your Trade
Select long or short, set margin and leverage, and execute your position.
For you: No international bank transfers. No USD conversion. No external brokerage accounts.
Why This Matters Now
The U.S. equity market is the world’s largest and often drives global innovation trends, from AI and cloud computing to EVs and Big Tech earnings. With exposure to US stock futures in India, traders can participate in these global themes by diversifying their portfolios apart from trading on Indian equities or crypto markets.
Conclusion
Global markets move every day. The question isn’t whether opportunities exist. The question is whether you can act on them. With CoinDCX US Stock Futures, you don’t just follow global markets. You trade act on them.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can Indians trade U.S. stock futures?
Eligible Indian users can access U.S. stock futures through supported trading platforms like CoinDCX. These contracts products provide price exposure and do not represent ownership of the underlying shares.
2. What are US Stock Futures on CoinDCX?
US Stock Futures on CoinDCX allow traders to take place claim orders linked to long or short leveraged positions on selected U.S. stocks and indices. Trades Orders are executed through an INR-based experience within the CoinDCX app.
3. Is this the same as buying U.S. stocks?
No. These are purchase orders of claims linked to the price movements of perpetual futures positions (derivative contracts), not spot shares. You do not own the underlying stock, your profit or loss depends on price movements and leverage.
4. Which markets are supported?
At launch, CoinDCX supports selected products linked to over 20 major U.S. stocks and indices, including companies like Apple, Tesla, Microsoft, Nvidia, and index exposure such as the NSDQ100. Exposure to aAdditional markets may be added over time.
5. Who can access US Stock Futures?
Access is available to eligible CoinDCX users who complete KYC and meet platform requirements.
6. Do I need USD?
No. Trades are executed through an INR-based interface. You can deposit and withdraw funds in INR directly via CoinDCX.
7. Where are positions settled?
Positions are settled at the execution layer in USDC supported currencies or assets, while the CoinDCX interface displays balances and P&L in INR based on the applicable conversion rate. CoinDCX users have full claim on the INR proceeds arising from these positions, subject to any fees, deductions, set-off and adjustments by CoinDCX.
8. What wallet will I use?
A dedicated “US Stock Futures” wallet supporting INR balances is provided within the CoinDCX app. Deposits and withdrawals are handled by CoinDCX and are undertaken by CoinDCX users in INR.
9. Is leverage available?
Yes. Leverage of up to ~25× may be available depending on the contract and risk parameters linked to your claim orders.
10. Can I take short positions?
Yes. You can take place orders linked to both long and short positions depending on your market view.
11. What order types are supported?
Supported order types include claim orders linked to Market, Limit, Stop Market, and Stop Limit orders, enabling flexible trade execution.
12. How are US Stock Futures taxed?
US Stock Futures are taxed the similar way as crypto futures are taxed.
13. Is this the same as buying US Stock Futures?
No. These are claim orders linked to perpetual futures (perps), not spot shares. You do not own the underlying stock. Your P&L depends on the perp price movements, funding, fees, and leverage. This is the similar to crypto futures
14. How is the price maintained in off market hours?
The price for the orders linked to stocks is maintained based on their last closed price during working hours and maintained within a certain price discovery range. There might be lesser liquidity and volatility during off market hours even though trading is allowed.
15. Are there funding fees charged by CoinDCX?
Funding fees for US Stock Futures on CoinDCX typically range between 4% to 8% per annum, depending on liquidity and trading volume. This is significantly lower than crypto futures, where funding often starts around 12% per annum for BTC and can go up to ~60% per annum for long-tail assets like SHIB or PEPE.
