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How long can you hold a perpetual contract?
How long can you hold a perpetual contract?
CryptoGladiator
Wed Feb 12 2025
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I have a perpetual contract and I'm wondering how long I can actually hold it. Is there a limit to the duration of such a contract or can I keep it indefinitely?
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Federica
Fri Feb 14 2025
This funding fee is paid by the long side to the short side, ensuring the contract remains balanced.
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Lorenzo
Fri Feb 14 2025
Unlike traditional futures, perpetual contracts do not possess a set termination point.
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Lorenzo
Fri Feb 14 2025
The mechanism behind perpetual contracts' endless duration lies in their settlement process.
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WhisperInfinity
Fri Feb 14 2025
Every eight hours, perpetual contracts undergo a "settlement" procedure.
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SolitudeSeeker
Fri Feb 14 2025
Perpetual contracts cater perfectly to the need for contracts without a predefined expiration date.
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