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Understanding ETH/BTC Spot Margin Strategies
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This article explains how to trade the ETH/BTC pair using spot margin on Bitget, including trading logic, strategies, and key advantages.
What is ETH/BTC?
ETH/BTC represents the exchange rate between Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC). In this trading pair:
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ETH is the base currency, and
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BTC is the quote currency.
The price of ETH/BTC reflects how much BTC is required to buy 1 ETH.
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If ETH outperforms BTC, the ETH/BTC price rises.
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If BTC outperforms ETH, the ETH/BTC price falls.
How to Trade ETH/BTC Using Spot Margin on Bitget?
Spot margin trading allows you to borrow funds to open larger positions with the goal of magnifying your returns. Here's how you can trade ETH/BTC in two directions:
If you expect ETH/BTC to rise (ETH strengthens against BTC):
1. Transfer BTC as margin to your cross margin account.
2. Borrow additional BTC.
3. Use the borrowed BTC to buy ETH.
4. When the price increases, sell the ETH for more BTC.
5. Repay the borrowed BTC and keep the difference as profit.
If you expect ETH/BTC to fall (BTC strengthens against ETH):
1. Transfer ETH as margin to your cross margin account.
2. Borrow additional ETH.
3. Sell ETH for BTC at the current price.
4. When the price drops, buy ETH back at a lower price.
5. Repay the borrowed ETH and retain the BTC profit.
Why Trade ETH/BTC with Spot Margin?
1. Highly liquid and stable assets
BTC and ETH are leading cryptocurrencies with strong market capitalization and high trading volume, reducing slippage and volatility risks.
2. Flexible market positioning
Whether you're bullish on BTC, ETH, or both, ETH/BTC margin trading lets you take advantage of market movements and put your idle assets to use.
3. Use one coin to trade both
You can start margin trading this pair with either BTC or ETH—no need to hold both in advance. Borrowed assets help amplify potential profits.
Disclaimer
Margin trading gives you access to more trading capital, but it also carries risks. In Bitget's spot margin trading, forced liquidation or position reduction may occur if your risk ratio reaches or exceeds 1.
To reduce risk, we strongly recommend:
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Monitoring your risk ratio in real time
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Adding more margin when needed
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Using stop-loss orders to protect your position
FAQs
1. Do I need to hold both ETH and BTC to trade ETH/BTC with margin?
You can start trading with either BTC or ETH. For example, if you only hold BTC, you can borrow ETH to open a margin position, and vice versa.
2. Can I use isolated margin mode for ETH/BTC trading?
Currently, ETH/BTC margin trading is only available in cross margin mode on Bitget. This allows you to use all eligible assets in your cross margin account as collateral.
3. What happens if my risk ratio exceeds 1 during ETH/BTC margin trading?
If your risk ratio reaches or exceeds 1, Bitget may initiate forced liquidation or position reduction to repay borrowed funds and protect your account.
4. How can I profit from a falling ETH/BTC price?
You can borrow ETH and sell it for BTC at the current price. If ETH/BTC drops, you buy back ETH at a lower price, repay the loan, and keep the BTC difference as profit.
5. When is interest charged on borrowed ETH or BTC?
Interest begins accruing immediately after borrowing and is charged based on hourly rates. The applicable interest is automatically deducted during repayment.
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