Overview of Position Tier Adjustments
OKX has announced upcoming adjustments to position tiers for several perpetual futures contracts. These changes will affect leverage limits, maintenance margin rates, and position size thresholds across various trading pairs.
Key Changes:
- Revised position size thresholds for each tier
- Updated maintenance margin requirements
- Modified maximum leverage limits
- Streamlined tier progression rules
Detailed Contract Adjustments
ACE/USDT Perpetual
| Tier | Position Size | Initial Margin | Maintenance Margin | Max Leverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,000 | 0.65% | 2.00% | 50x |
| 2 | 2,000 | 1.00% | 2.50% | 40x |
| 3 | 5,000 | 1.50% | 5.00% | 20x |
ACH/USDT Perpetual
| Tier | Position Size | Initial Margin | Maintenance Margin | Max Leverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10,000 | 2.00% | 5.00% | 20x |
| 2 | 20,000 | 3.00% | 6.66% | 15x |
| 3 | 30,000 | 4.00% | 8.00% | 12.5x |
ACT/USDT Perpetual
| Tier | Position Size | Initial Margin | Maintenance Margin | Max Leverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10,000 | 0.65% | 2.00% | 50x |
| 2 | 25,000 | 1.00% | 2.50% | 40x |
| 3 | 50,000 | 1.50% | 5.00% | 20x |
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Implementation Schedule
- Effective date: June 15, 2024
- Changes apply to new positions only
- Existing positions will be grandfathered under current terms
Impact on Traders
- Reduced leverage for higher position tiers
- Increased margin requirements for larger positions
- More gradual progression between tiers
- Enhanced risk management through adjusted maintenance margins
Tier Progression Rules
- Position size increases by fixed amounts between tiers
- Margin requirements increase by 0.5% increments
- Maximum leverage decreases progressively
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FAQ Section
Q: When do these changes take effect?
A: The new position tiers become active on June 15, 2024.
Q: Will my existing positions be affected?
A: No, current positions will maintain their original terms until closed.
Q: How does this affect my trading strategy?
A: You may need to adjust position sizes or leverage ratios to comply with the new tier requirements.
Q: Where can I find the complete list of affected contracts?
A: The full list is available in the OKX official announcement.
Q: Why is OKX making these changes?
A: These adjustments aim to improve market stability and risk management.
Additional Contracts Affected
The changes impact over 50 trading pairs including:
- AEVO/USDT
- AGLD/USDT
- API3/USDT
- AR/USDT
- AVAX/USDT
- BICO/USDT
- BIGTIME/USDT
- BIO/USDT
- BLUR/USDT
- BOME/USDT
Risk Management Recommendations
- Review your positions before the changes take effect
- Consider adjusting leverage ratios
- Monitor margin requirements closely
- Stay informed about additional updates
The complete specifications for all affected contracts follow the same pattern of adjustments shown in the examples above, with specific values tailored to each trading pair's liquidity and volatility characteristics.