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How to buy with leverage

Amplify your position using leverage on Space.

1

What is leverage?

Leverage lets you open a larger position than your deposited amount. For example, 2x leverage means $100 USDC controls $200 worth of shares. This amplifies both gains and losses.

Market
USDC Balance$500.00
100

153 shares @ 65¢ per share

Progress
1x
Shares153.85
Position Value$100.00
Margin Required$100.00

Potential Profit (Yes)

Entry Price 65.00¢

$53.85

2

Selecting leverage

When placing a trade, toggle the leverage slider to your desired multiplier. Space offers up to 5x leverage on eligible markets. The interface will show your effective position size and liquidation price.

Market
USDC Balance$500.00
100

307 shares @ 65¢ per share

Progress
2x
Shares307.69
Position Value$200.00
Margin Required$100.00
Borrowed (from vault)$100.00

Potential Profit (Yes)

Entry Price 65.00¢

$207.69

3

Margin and liquidation

Your deposited USDC acts as margin. If the market moves against you far enough, your position may be liquidated to prevent losses beyond your margin. Monitor your positions in the Portfolio page.

Market
USDC Balance$500.00
100

461 shares @ 65¢ per share

Progress
3x
Shares461.54
Position Value$300.00
Margin Required$100.00
Borrowed (from vault)$200.00

Potential Profit (Yes)

Entry Price 65.00¢

$361.54

4

Best practices

Start with low leverage (2x) until you're comfortable. Keep an eye on your liquidation price. Higher leverage means higher risk — only use it when you have strong conviction.

Start with 2x leverage
Monitor liquidation price
Never risk more than you can afford