As the worlds of crypto finance and traditional markets become increasingly intertwined, Gate is expanding the boundaries of leveraged trading assets. According to the official announcement, Gate ETF officially launched four new trading pairs on March 9, 2026: XAU5L/USDT, XAU5S/USDT, XAG5L/USDT, and XAG5S/USDT. These pairs offer 5x long and 5x short leveraged exposure to gold (XAU) and silver (XAG).
This means users no longer need a futures account or to manage complex margin requirements. On the Gate platform, you can now access 5x leveraged trading in precious metals as easily as spot trading. Each token starts with a net asset value of 1 USDT, providing investors with an efficient and convenient tool for global asset allocation.
At the same time, Gate has kicked off a 10-day ETF Trading Challenge, featuring a total prize pool of up to 30,000 USDT to reward early participants.
Trade Gold and Silver in One Click: Gate ETF Adds 5x Leveraged Pairs
Gate ETF has long been committed to bringing traditional financial assets into the crypto trading ecosystem. Starting with 3x leveraged products covering major cryptocurrencies, US stock indices, and commodities, the platform now introduces 5x leveraged precious metal pairs—marking another major upgrade to its product lineup.
The newly listed trading pairs are:
- XAU5L/USDT: 5x Long Gold
- XAU5S/USDT: 5x Short Gold
- XAG5L/USDT: 5x Long Silver
- XAG5S/USDT: 5x Short Silver
As leveraged tokens, Gate ETFs feature an automatic rebalancing mechanism. When the market moves in your favor, the system increases your position to amplify gains. If the market moves against you, it reduces your position to manage risk, maintaining a target leverage of approximately 5x. This mechanism eliminates the need for users to manage margin or worry about forced liquidations, making leveraged trading as straightforward as spot trading.
Currently, the Gate ETF platform supports trading for 324 tokens, covering a wide spectrum from major crypto assets to tokenized stocks (such as NVDA, TSLA), commodities, and global macro indices. Gate truly enables you to trade global markets with a single account.
30,000 USDT Prize Pool: Complete Guide to the ETF Trading Challenge
To celebrate the launch of 5x leveraged precious metal products, Gate is hosting an ETF Trading Challenge from March 9, 2026, 09:00 UTC to March 18, 2026, 09:00 UTC. The event focuses on the XAU5L/5S and XAG5L/5S trading pairs, offering three tiers of rewards:
Reward 1: Daily Check-In, Win 20–100 USDT Randomly
During the event, users who trade the specified ETF pairs with a daily trading volume exceeding 1,000 USDT will qualify for a successful check-in and receive a random reward between 20 and 100 USDT. Consecutive check-ins can earn up to 700 USDT. This reward pool totals 10,000 USDT and is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Reward 2: Everyone Shares 20,000 USDT
All users who trade XAU5L/5S or XAG5L/5S during the event and reach a cumulative trading volume of at least 1,000 USDT will share a 20,000 USDT prize pool, distributed proportionally based on individual trading volume. Each user can earn up to 200 USDT.
Reward 3: Invite Friends, Win Up to 500 USDT Mystery Box
Inviting friends to participate can also earn you rewards. When your invitee completes the required ETF trades with a trading volume of at least 1,000 USDT, you can receive a mystery box worth up to 500 USDT. The more friends you invite, the more rewards you can earn—there’s no upper limit.
How to participate: Log in to Gate, click [Join Now] on the event page to register, and complete identity verification to be eligible for rewards. All rewards will be distributed as ETF trial funds within 14 business days after the event ends.
From 3x to 5x: How Gate ETF Unlocks Global Macro Assets
The launch of 5x leveraged gold and silver products is not Gate ETF’s first foray into traditional assets. As early as the beginning of 2026, Gate had already introduced 3x long/short leveraged products for gold (XAU3L/3S), silver (XAG3L/3S), crude oil (XTI3L/3S, XBR3L/3S), as well as global macro indices like the Nasdaq 100 (NAS1003L/3S) and S&P 500 (SPX5003L/3S).
According to statistics, in February 2026 alone, Gate ETF’s monthly trading volume exceeded 16.277 billion USDT, firmly securing its industry-leading position. The platform’s success is driven by:
- Low barriers: No futures account or margin required—trade directly with USDT.
- No liquidation risk: Automatic rebalancing manages leverage and avoids forced liquidations.
- Transparent fees: 0.1% daily management fee, with no hidden funding costs.
- Broad asset coverage: Over 320 trading pairs, bridging crypto and traditional assets.
Risk Reminder: Leverage Cuts Both Ways
While Gate ETF offers a convenient leveraged trading experience, both the platform and industry analysts repeatedly stress: leveraged tokens are suitable for short-term trend trading, not for long-term holding.
In trending markets, Gate ETF can amplify returns through compounding. However, in sideways markets, the daily rebalancing mechanism can erode net asset value. The longer the market remains range-bound, the higher the cost of this erosion. Investors should fully understand the product’s features and set their trading strategies according to their own risk tolerance, avoiding passive holding in choppy markets.
Conclusion
You can access 5x long or short leveraged gold and silver trading directly by searching for XAU5L, XAU5S, XAG5L, or XAG5S on the Gate app or website.
During the event, register and meet the trading requirements for a chance to share in the 30,000 USDT prize pool. For traders looking to flexibly position themselves in precious metals amid inflation expectations or geopolitical volatility, this is a tool well worth considering.
