Q1: What is Portfolio Margin mode (PM)?
Ans: Portfolio Margin calculates the entire portfolio’s margin requirements based on scenario analysis under different market conditions to improve capital utilization for users who maintain a balanced portfolio of hedged positions.
Q2: How to apply for PM mode? What is the minimum requirement?
Ans: Minimum cash balance of 10,000 USD equivalent is required. Please apply via vip@bit.com or contact your client manager.
Q3: What currencies does PM mode support?
Ans: Currently, BTC and ETH USD margined derivatives are supported, and more currencies will be supported under PM mode. Stay tuned!
Q4: What are the trading restrictions for PM mode?
Ans: USD derivatives other than PM supported currencies cannot be traded, so if you hold a position in a non-PM derivative currency, you will not be able to switch to PM mode.
E.g., under PM mode, users can not trade TON options, LTCUSD perp, etc.
Q5: Who is the suitable user to enable PM mode?
Ans: Those who are familiar and professional with derivatives, and whose trading strategy is long-short hedging type.