Bitget to Adjust Leverage and Margin Tiers for A2ZUSDT Perpetual Futures

The exchange will reduce maximum leverage from 50x to 10x for the lowest position tier starting September 3, 2025, warning users of potential liquidation risks.

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Summary

Bitget has announced upcoming adjustments to the leverage, position tiers, and maintenance margin rate for the USDT-M A2ZUSDT perpetual futures contract, effective September 3, 2025, at 12:00 (UTC+8). The changes will significantly reduce available leverage for several tiers; for example, positions valued up to $5,000 will see maximum leverage drop from 50x to 10x, with the maintenance margin rate rising from 1.50% to 3.00%. Bitget strongly advises traders to adjust their positions and leverage before the update to avoid potential liquidation, noting that existing positions will be affected. The new standards will apply to existing positions starting September 6, 2025.

Terms & Concepts
  • Perpetual Futures: A type of derivative contract that allows traders to speculate on the price of an asset without an expiration date.
  • Leverage: The use of borrowed funds to increase a trading position beyond what would be available from a trader's own capital, amplifying both potential profits and losses.
  • Maintenance Margin Rate: The minimum percentage of equity that must be maintained in a margin account. A drop below this level can trigger a margin call or forced liquidation of the position.