Exchanges may close a leveraged position when collateral no longer covers the required margin. The value of liquidated positions does not establish traders’ realized losses; see EconoTimes’ explainer on crypto liquidations.
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Add as a preferred source on GoogleCrypto Exchanges Close Leveraged Positions When Margin Falls Short
Liquidation totals track the value of positions closed, but do not establish traders’ realized losses.
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