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Lean Hogs
Category
Agricultural
Exchange
CME
Contract Size
40,000 pounds of lean hogs
Symbol
HE
About Lean Hogs
Lean Hog futures represent the pork market and are influenced by feed costs, disease outbreaks (African Swine Fever), consumer demand, and export dynamics (China is a major pork importer). The hog market exhibits strong seasonal patterns around grilling season and holiday demand.
Lean Hogs Price Chart
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Contract Specifications
- Contract Size
- 40,000 pounds of lean hogs
- Tick Size / Value
- $0.00025/lb = $10.00 per tick
- Exchange
- CME
Trading Hours
Mon–Fri 08:30–13:05 CT (electronic 15:00–13:05 CT next day).
Margin Notes
Exchange maintenance margin ~$1,500–$2,000.
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