The concept of forward and future contracts

[MrStuden]

<p>Could you please elaborate on the following line :<br>Future contracts and forward contracts are valued in such a way as to have zero value at the time of the conclusion of the contract by the investor. It seems a little confusing to me. Since I think this line may be very important, I would like you to help me with the basic underlying principle and understanding of this statement.<br></p>