SarosPerpetual

Leveraged Perpetual markets on Saros DEX

Overview

Perpetual futures are a type of derivative contract that allows traders to speculate on the price movement of an asset without an expiration date. On Saros DEX, perpetual futures are fully on-chain, ensuring transparency, security, and efficiency in trading.

​How Perpetual Futures Work

Unlike traditional futures contracts, perpetual futures do not expire, meaning traders can hold their positions indefinitely. When entering a perpetual futures contract on Saros DEX, traders agree to settle the price difference of an asset from the time they open the contract until they close it.

• All settlements are done in cash, streamlining the profit and loss realization process.

• Traders can adjust their positions anytime to respond to market movements.

USDC Perpetual Futures Contracts

• Collateral: All perpetual futures contracts on Saros Perpetual are collateralized in USDC.

• Quoted and Settled in USDC: The pricing, settlement, and profits or losses from trades are quoted and settled in USDC. This simplifies the process by using a stablecoin for all transactions, ensuring price stability for collateral and settlements.

Cross-Margin

• Saros Perpetual offers only cross-margin mode. This means that the USDC collateral you deposit will be shared across all your open positions.

• Margin Calculation: The available margin will be pooled together and used to calculate the margin ratio for all positions, providing flexibility in managing multiple trades.

​Leverage

Perpetual futures allow traders to use leverage, meaning they can control larger positions with a smaller capital investment. This amplifies both potential gains and losses, making risk management essential.

Risk Note: Leverage increases exposure, and losses can exceed the initial investment if the market moves against a trader’s position.

​No Expiry, Continuous Settlement

Since perpetual futures do not expire, they provide traders with greater flexibility. However, positions require active management to account for market fluctuations.

• Traders must monitor funding rates and price movements regularly.

• Unlike traditional futures, there is no need to roll over contracts—positions can be held as long as needed.

​Key Benefits

• On-Chain Security & Transparency – All transactions are recorded on the blockchain.

• Flexible Trading Strategy – No fixed contract durations, allowing long-term and short-term trading.

• Leverage for Greater Exposure – Trade with more capital than what is initially deposited.

• Efficient Cash Settlements – No physical delivery, making transactions straightforward.

Whether you are hedging risks or speculating on price movements, Saros DEX Perpetual Futures offer a powerful and flexible trading tool to navigate the market effectively.