Gate.io Funding Rate
Gate.io annualized funding rate
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | exchanges |
| Unit | % |
| Resolution | 1d |
| Assets | BTC |
| Tier | Basic |
| API Endpoint | GET /v1/funding/exchange |
| Field | annualized_apr |
Overview
Annualized perpetual funding rate on Gate.io, a major exchange with broad altcoin and derivatives offerings.
Interpretation
Gate.io funding rates can differ significantly from larger exchanges due to different user bases and liquidity profiles, creating arbitrage opportunities.
Use Cases
- Cross-exchange arbitrage identification
- Monitoring Gate.io-specific leverage dynamics
- Funding rate divergence analysis
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"
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