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Speaking from my own perspective as someone who is meticulous about cost structure, trading indices such as the US100 via Sierra Futures requires careful attention to detail due to several key factors. The explicit commission for major index contracts like the E-Mini NASDAQ (which tracks the US100) is $0.55 per side—so, for a full round trip entry and exit, that’s $1.10 per contract. This commission is only one piece of the overall trading cost. From my experience, the real expense combines this commission with exchange fees (which aren’t transparently listed by Sierra Futures, so it’s essential to inquire directly about the exact amounts), plus any clearing or miscellaneous platform fees that may apply. These can sometimes lead to surprises if a trader isn’t vigilant. Beyond explicit transaction costs, there’s also the issue of spreads and possible slippage—though in highly liquid futures contracts like the US100, these are usually minimal, they can widen in volatile periods. Sierra Futures offers leverage up to 1:20, which has direct implications for margin requirements but does not directly influence trading cost unless positions are held at a loss and margin calls or forced liquidations occur. Ultimately, my approach is always to double-check the sum of commissions, exchange clearing fees, and any miscellaneous platform charges, since trading with an unregulated broker like Sierra Futures amplifies the need to fully understand every component of cost before putting capital at risk. For cost-conscious traders, clarifying these elements pre-trade is essential to prudent risk management.