Margin Requirements
Margin is collateral held to support leveraged exposure. Required margin depends on instrument type, position size, volatility, and market conditions.
Initial Margin
Initial margin is required to open a position and is calculated using product-specific percentage rates. Certain instruments may have stepped margin schedules based on exposure tiers.
Maintenance Margin and Close-Out
When equity falls below maintenance thresholds, risk controls may include warnings, order restrictions, and automated close-out actions to prevent further deterioration.
Volatility and Event-Based Changes
Margin rates can be adjusted before earnings, macro events, or periods of unusual liquidity stress. Traders should review notifications and adjust exposure proactively.