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Perpetual futures

A perpetual contract tracks an asset without expiry.

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  1. Overview
  2. Why it matters
  3. What to check
  4. Sources

Overview

A perpetual contract tracks an asset without expiry.

Why it matters

Margin, mark, funding and liquidation add risks absent from spot custody.

What to check

Read venue-specific calculation rules.

Sources

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