What are Crypto Perpetual Futures?
Crypto Perpetual Futures are derivative contracts that allow you to speculate on cryptocurrency price movements without owning the underlying assets. Unlike traditional futures contracts, perpetual futures have no expiry date, allowing positions to remain open as long as margin requirements are maintained.
How are Perpetual Futures different from traditional futures?
Traditional futures contracts expire on a predetermined date, while perpetual futures have no expiry date. This allows traders to maintain positions without the need to roll over contracts, provided margin requirements are met.
How are Perpetual Futures different from Crypto CFDs?
Both products allow you to trade cryptocurrency price movements without owning the underlying assets. Crypto CFDs offer a familiar CFD trading experience, while Perpetual Futures are designed for traders seeking a futures-based product with no expiry date and a funding rate mechanism.
Do I own the cryptocurrency when trading Perpetual Futures?
No. Perpetual Futures are derivative products, meaning you trade the price movement of cryptocurrencies without taking ownership of the underlying digital assets.
Can I trade both rising and falling markets?
Yes. Perpetual Futures allow you to open both long and short positions, giving you the flexibility to trade in both bullish and bearish market conditions.
What is a funding rate?
A funding rate is a periodic payment exchanged between long and short positions to help keep perpetual futures prices closely aligned with the underlying spot market. Depending on market conditions, you may either pay or receive the funding rate.
Is leverage available when trading Perpetual Futures?
Yes. Perpetual Futures provide access to leveraged trading, allowing you to increase your market exposure with a smaller initial capital requirement. As leverage can amplify both profits and losses, it's important to understand the risks before trading.
How do I get started?
Simply open a Stack Pips Markets account, complete the verification process, fund your account, and start trading Crypto Perpetual Futures through our professional trading platform.