With Treasury yields pulling back from recent highs, micro futures trading in equity indexes reflects renewed risk appetite. Market participation data shows a 5% increase in leveraged long positions in Micro E-mini S&P 500 contracts since Monday. December micro WTI crude oil (CLZ25) futures present a selling opportunity on more price weakness. 2. Futures are not suitable for all investors. The amount you may lose may be greater than your initial investment. Before trading futures, please read the CFTC Risk Disclosure. A copy and additional information are available at ibkr.com Micro futures trading volumes surged 8% this week as investors reacted to hotter-than-expected CPI data, prompting increased hedging in S&P 500 micro contracts. Analysts note short-dated volatility remains elevated, with implied vol near 17%, suggesting cautious sentiment in equity markets.