Dear Users,
To mitigate market risks and enhance your trading experience, Huobi Contract will adjust the funding rate settlement frequency and limits for certain USDT-margined perpetual contracts. These changes will take effect on June 18, 2025, at 10:30 (GMT+8).
Key Adjustments
1. Funding Rate Settlement Frequency Updates
The following contracts will transition from 8-hour to 4-hour settlement intervals:
- BBUSDT, IOUSDT, SONICUSDT, BIGTIMEUSDT, SWARMSUSDT, USTCUSDT, HMSTRUSDT, WUSDT, JSTUSDT
Comparison:
- Before: Settlements at 00:00, 08:00, and 16:00 (GMT+8) daily.
- After: Settlements at 00:00, 04:00, 08:00, 12:00, 16:00, and 20:00 (GMT+8) daily.
2. Funding Rate Limit Adjustments
| Contract | Previous Limits | New Limits |
|---|---|---|
| BIGTIMEUSDT | ±3% | ±2% |
| JSTUSDT | ±1.5% | ±2% |
| AAVEUSDT | ±1.5% | ±0.75% |
| UNIUSDT | ±0.75% | ±0.45% |
Why These Changes Matter
- Risk Management: More frequent settlements reduce exposure to volatile price swings.
- Trader Benefits: Tighter limits stabilize costs, especially for high-leverage positions.
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FAQ
Q: Will this affect my existing positions?
A: No. Adjustments apply only to settlements occurring after the effective date.
Q: How do I calculate funding fees under the new system?
A: Fees are still based on the imbalance between perpetual and spot prices, but now calculated every 4 hours.
Q: Are other contracts unaffected?
A: Yes. Only the listed contracts are impacted. Check our API or announcements for real-time updates.
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Huobi HTX
June 17, 2025
Note: Huobi HTX reserves the right to modify these terms without prior notice. Cryptocurrency trading involves risks; please assess your tolerance before participating.
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