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# Perpetuals & Leverage
Atlantis will integrate advanced trading instruments into the full-suite DeFi platform, such as perpetual contracts and leverage trading. These features allow users to engage in sophisticated trading strategies, maximize capital efficiency and manage risk effectively within a decentralized environment, eliminating the need for centralized entities and KYC procedures.
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Leverage trading is risky and can result in significant losses as well as profits. It amplifies both gains and losses, and should only be undertaken by those who fully understand the risks involved. Use leverage responsibly and only with funds you can afford to lose.
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Perpetual contracts enable users to speculate on asset price movements without physical ownership, offering a dynamic and flexible trading experience. Key characteristics of these contracts include:
* **No Expiry Date:** Users can maintain positions as long as margin requirements are met.
* **Funding Mechanism:** Ensures contract prices remain close to the spot price through periodic funding rate exchanges.
* **High Liquidity:** Minimizes price slippage and enables efficient execution of large trades ensuring seamless and profitable exchanges.
Leverage trading is a financial strategy that enables traders to increase their market exposure by borrowing additional funds. This method allows traders to control a larger investment with a relatively small amount of their own capital. By utilizing leverage, traders can amplify their positions and potentially achieve greater profits if the market moves in their favor.
It is to be mentioned that leverage trading also comes with heightened risks. The amplified positions mean that losses can be equally significant, making it crucial for traders to employ effective risk management strategies. Understanding both the benefits and downsides of leverage is essential:
* **Amplified Exposure:** Positions larger than actual capital, magnifying gains and losses.
* **Margin Requirements:** Users must deposit a portion of the trade value as margin, with additional funds potentially required to maintain positions.
* **Risk Management Tools:** Advanced tools like stop-loss orders to mitigate potential losses and protect capital.
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