Lesson 4

How Do ETF Leveraged Tokens Differ from Spot, Margin, and Futures Trading?

Compare ETF leveraged tokens with traditional trading methods to understand their unique features.

  • Spot Trading: Users buy and sell cryptocurrencies using fiat or stablecoins (e.g., USDT) and immediately receive ownership of the asset.
  • Margin Trading: Users borrow funds to amplify their position size, increasing both potential gains and losses. Leverage is determined by the borrowed amount relative to the user’s collateral.
  • Futures Trading: Users trade derivative contracts with leverage, which dynamically adjusts based on position value. High leverage increases the risk of liquidation if the margin is insufficient.
  • ETF Leveraged Tokens: These tokens have built-in leverage, amplifying asset price movements without requiring margin or borrowing. Users can trade them like spot assets without worrying about liquidation.

Performance Comparison: Spot, Futures, and ETF Leveraged Tokens in Different Market Conditions

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