Introduction
On October 24, 2025, Bitget will implement significant changes to the leverage, position tiers, and maintenance margin rates for the SWARMSUSDT perpetual futures trading pair. These adjustments are crucial for traders to keep in mind as they could impact existing positions. This announcement serves to inform you about these key changes and provide guidance on how to prepare.
Overview of Adjustments
The following are the specific details regarding the adjustments to the SWARMSUSDT futures:
| Position (USDT) | Before Adjustment: Leverage | Before Adjustment: Maintenance Margin Rate | Position (USDT) | After Adjustment: Leverage | After Adjustment: Maintenance Margin Rate |
|———————-|——————————|——————————————-|———————–|——————————|——————————————–|
| 0 ~ 5000 | 50 | 0.0100 | 0 ~ 5000 | 20 | 0.0250 |
| 5000 ~ 10000 | 25 | 0.0200 | 5000 ~ 10000 | 15 | 0.0400 |
| 10000 ~ 30000 | 20 | 0.0250 | 10000 ~ 30000 | 10 | 0.0500 |
| 30000 ~ 60000 | 15 | 0.0333 | 30000 ~ 60000 | 8 | 0.0600 |
| 60000 ~ 250000 | 10 | 0.0500 | 60000 ~ 250000 | 5 | 0.1000 |
| 250000 ~ 500000 | 5 | 0.1200 | 250000 ~ 500000 | 4 | 0.1500 |
| 500000 ~ 850000 | 4 | 0.1500 | 500000 ~ 850000 | 2 | 0.3000 |
| 850000 ~ 1500000 | 2 | 0.3000 | 850000 ~ 1500000 | 1 | 0.6000 |
| 1500000 ~ 2500000 | 1 | 0.6000 | | | |
Key Points to Note
- New Standards for New Positions: The new tier standards will be applicable to all newly opened SWARMSUSDT futures positions.
- Impact on Existing Positions: For existing SWARMSUSDT futures positions, the new tier standard will become effective on October 24, 2025, at 04:00 (UTC+0).
- Risk of Liquidation: Traders should top up their margin or adjust their positions prior to the adjustment to mitigate the risk of liquidation due to the changes in maintenance margin rates.
- Monitoring Maintenance Margin Ratio: Position data will be calculated based on the new standards. Some users may notice their maintenance margin ratio display as greater than 100%. This is a signal that adjustments may be necessary.
- Trading Bots Advisory: Trading bots operating on positions and leverage higher than the post-adjustment parameters might be terminated. It is advisable to manage or disable such bots beforehand to avert potential losses.
Conclusion
These adjustments by Bitget signal a shift in the trading framework for the SWARMSUSDT perpetual futures. To optimize your trading strategy and safeguard your investments, it is imperative to understand these changes thoroughly. Take time to assess and reconfigure your existing positions if necessary.
For further details and guidance, visit the Bitget Support Center.