Current State and Prospects of the Futures Market Development in Ukraine

This paper presents a comprehensive study of the current state and development prospects of the futures market in Ukraine through the analysis of financial instruments, trading platforms, and legislative regulation. The main focus is on evaluating trading volumes, liquidity of futures contracts, market participants’ activity, and the integration of the Ukrainian market into the international financial system. The relevance of the topic is driven by the rapid development of financial markets, the growing demand for derivative instruments, and the need for transparent risk management mechanisms. The authors analyze the current legal and regulatory framework, investigate trading statistics on exchanges, assess key factors influencing market liquidity and attractiveness, and forecast trends in the development of futures instruments in Ukraine. The results of this study may be useful for investors, financial analysts, regulators, and researchers. At the same time, directions for further market development are outlined, including the introduction of new contracts, digitization of trading platforms, and integration with international derivatives markets.