Dear Users,
To better manage market risks and improve your trading experience, Huobi Futures will adjust the funding rate settlement frequency for BONKUSDT perpetual contracts starting April 29, 2025, at 18:00 (GMT+8). The settlement interval will change from every 8 hours to every 4 hours.
Key Changes
Previous Settlement Schedule
Funding fees were settled every 8 hours at:
- 00:00 (midnight)
- 08:00 (8 AM)
- 16:00 (4 PM)
New Settlement Schedule
Funding fees will now be settled every 4 hours at:
- 00:00 (midnight)
- 04:00 (4 AM)
- 08:00 (8 AM)
- 12:00 (noon)
- 16:00 (4 PM)
- 20:00 (8 PM)
This adjustment aims to:
- Reduce potential funding rate volatility
- Align with market best practices
- Provide more frequent position adjustments
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Understanding Funding Rates
Funding rates are periodic payments between long and short position holders in perpetual contracts. They help maintain contract prices close to the underlying asset's spot price.
Key Benefits of More Frequent Settlements:
- Smoother price tracking
- Reduced counterparty risk
- Fairer position management
FAQ
Why is Huobi changing the funding rate frequency?
The adjustment responds to market conditions and trader feedback, ensuring better risk management and trading conditions.
How will this affect my open positions?
All existing and new positions will automatically adhere to the new 4-hour settlement schedule after implementation.
Can I opt out of this change?
No, this is a platform-wide adjustment affecting all BONKUSDT perpetual contract traders.
Will other perpetual contracts follow this schedule?
Currently, only BONKUSDT contracts are affected. Other contracts maintain their existing schedules.
Where can I check the latest funding rates?
Funding rate history and current rates are available in your contract trading interface.
Risk Management Tips
While frequent settlements reduce certain risks, remember that:
- Leverage magnifies both gains and losses
- Funding costs accumulate faster with more frequent settlements
- Market volatility remains unpredictable
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Huobi HTX reserves the right to modify, change, or cancel this announcement at its sole discretion without prior notice. The information provided is for reference only. Virtual asset prices are highly volatile; trading carries substantial risks. Please review our full risk disclaimer.