ICE to Launch Micro MSCI Index Futures

ICE has set out plans to expand its MSCI index futures offering with the launch of micro MSCI USA and Europe index futures on its Singapore-based exchange in October. The proposed launch on ICE Futures Singapore builds on the existing partnership between MSCI and ICE which was recently extended to support their expansion into the Asia Pacific region. The new contracts are denominated in US dollars and will give investors in Asia access to the US and European equities markets through a single platform. ICE added that their micro size allows for more precise risk management and granular quality of trading.