> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guide.dem.exchange/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guide.dem.exchange/community/permissionless-listings/permissionless-market-creation/futures.md).

# Futures

The following instructions illustrate how to create futures markets on [Demex](https://app.dem.exchange/).

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Learn more about Futures [here](https://guide.carbon.network/features/derivatives#dated-futures).
{% endhint %}

## **Create a New Futures Market**

**Step 1:** To get to the 'Create Market' feature, go to the [Markets](https://app.dem.exchange/markets) page on Demex and select the 'Create Market' option.

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**Step 2:** Select 'Futures' under 'Market Type'.

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**Step 3**: Select the Price Oracle accordingly.

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To (i) Learn more about oracles and (ii) View the full list of oracles supported, click [here](https://guide.carbon.network/features/derivatives/oracles).
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**Step 4**: Choose the Underlying Token and Settlement Token accordingly. The current base and quote token price will be automatically derived from the price oracle chosen.&#x20;

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In a futures contract, the underlying token is the cryptocurrency being traded at a given price, at a specific date in the future (expiry time). The contract will then be settled in the specified settlement token at the expiry time. \
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For example, when trading ETH futures, ETH is the underlying token. If the futures contract is settled in USD, USD is the settlement token
{% endhint %}

**Step 5**: Input the expiry time.&#x20;

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**Step 6**: Ensure that the details are correct, then click on the 'Create' button.

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**Step 7**: Futures market successfully created!

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That's it! Your market has been permissionlessly created. You can now start trading on the market.
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