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In the futures market, leverage is not a shortcut. It is like an elevator that takes you straight to the edge of a cliff — taking one wrong step can make your account evaporate. To trade without becoming “prey” for the market, you need to hold tightly to the 4 vital principles below.

1. Funding Rate = Market Sentiment Examined by X-ray The funding rate reflects the bias towards the buyers or sellers. This is an important indicator to decide whether to enter a position or not. Funding positive > 0.15% → the long side is being “squeezed”, and the market is likely to experience a strong correction, with the risk of being wiped out. Funding negative < -0.05% → the short side is excited, and a slight bounce can reverse the trend. Rule: observe market psychology before entering a trade, absolutely do not trade against extremes.
2. Leverage 3–5x = Sharp but Still Safe High leverage does not help increase sustainable profits — it only helps the account to “evaporate” faster. Short-term trading: use 3x, with clear stop-loss. Mid-term (swing): use 5x, only increase position when there is profit. Remember: a wrong direction can be corrected, but a wrong position size is a matter of survival. Leverage should only be a magnifying glass, not a reckless weapon.
3. 4-Step Transaction Process – Skipping Any Step Will Cost You A proper transaction requires 4 essential factors, no cutting corners, no rushing: Trend analysis: combine daily frame + sentiment + consensus MA. Entry point: wait for a 4H pullback or break out of the price box before acting. Set stop-loss: limit -4%, hit is automatic cut. Take profit: when reaching 30% profit, withdraw the principal first; the remaining part to follow the trend. Skipping any steps means paying the “tuition fee” to the market.
4. Hold the Position Gap – To Smile When Opportunities Come Capital management determines the ability to “live long”: Each asset ≤ 30% of total capital — no matter how confident you are, do not go all-in. Total capital usage ≤ 80% — always hold 20% as a reserve force when the market presents golden opportunities. Holding money means holding the choice. Conclusion A contract is not bad — the new way of use determines the fate of the account. Trading is only safe when there is discipline, especially discipline regarding leverage, entry points, stop-loss, and position allocation. Those who hold these 4 principles can stand firm when the market surges.