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Bybit Funding Rate

Bybit annualized funding rate

PropertyValue
Categoryexchanges
Unit%
Resolution1d
AssetsBTC
TierBasic
API EndpointGET /v1/funding/exchange
Fieldannualized_apr

Overview

Annualized perpetual funding rate on Bybit, one of the top derivatives exchanges by volume.

Interpretation

Bybit funding rates reflect leveraged positioning on its perpetual swap markets. Significant deviations from the aggregate rate may signal exchange-specific positioning or arbitrage opportunities.

Use Cases

  • Monitoring leveraged sentiment on Bybit
  • Cross-exchange funding rate comparison
  • Identifying exchange-specific positioning

Historical Context

This exchange has been reporting funding rate data since early 2020. Rates are sourced from the perpetual BTC/USDT (or BTC/USD) contract. During major market events such as the March 2020 crash and the 2021 bull run, this exchange showed distinctive funding rate patterns reflecting its user base composition and liquidity profile.

API Usage

curl -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
"https://api.blocklens.co/v1/funding/exchange?start_date=2024-01-01&end_date=2024-12-31&limit=365"