Bitget's 25x Leverage Contracts Bridge Crypto and Traditional Markets

Bitget, a global cryptocurrency exchange platform, has introduced 25 U.S. stock-based perpetual contracts, offering traders leveraged exposure to major American equities with up to 25x leverage and trading fees capped at 0.06%. The new derivatives, launched on September 22, 2025, settle in USDT and operate 24/5, aligning with traditional stock market hours while extending flexibility to crypto-native traders. The contracts cover prominent companies such as Tesla, Apple, Nvidia, Coinbase, and Alibaba, enabling users to hedge, speculate, or diversify their portfolios across both crypto and traditional assets.

The product expands Bitget’s hybrid financial offerings, bridging the gap between decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional markets. Unlike standard stock exchanges, which operate during limited hours, these perpetual contracts allow continuous trading without expiration dates, catering to traders seeking around-the-clock market access. By anchoring settlements in USDT, Bitget eliminates fiat onboarding hurdles, streamlining cross-asset trading for users accustomed to crypto ecosystems.

The contracts support leveraged positions on major tech, industrial, and consumer companies, including Tesla (TSLA), Apple (AAPL), Alphabet (GOOGL), Meta (META), and semiconductor leaders like Nvidia (NVDA) and ASML. This lineup also includes industrial firms such as GE Aerospace and consumer giant McDonald’s, alongside alternative assets like iShares Silver Trust. The move aligns with a broader industry trend of exchanges integrating tokenized or perpetual equity products to attract crossover traders.

Bitget’s strategy underscores its ambition to lead the convergence of traditional and decentralized finance. The platform has previously introduced perpetual contracts tied to blue-chip stocks and tokenized indices, positioning itself as an innovator in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. By offering 25x leverage on U.S. equities, Bitget aims to enhance portfolio diversification and hedging capabilities for both retail and institutional investors, all within a single, borderless platform.

The launch reflects heightened demand for hybrid financial instruments amid rising equity volatility, particularly as U.S. earnings season approaches. Analysts note that the product could appeal to traders seeking to hedge market risks or capitalize on macroeconomic shifts without exiting the crypto ecosystem. With transaction fees as low as 0.06%, the contracts also aim to reduce entry barriers for traders exploring leveraged exposure to traditional assets.

Bitget’s expansion into U.S. stock derivatives follows recent innovations in real-world asset tokenization and hybrid financial products. The platform’s ongoing efforts to blend DeFi and traditional finance highlight its focus on global leadership in the evolving financial landscape. As the crypto-TradFi crossover gains momentum, the new contracts may further solidify Bitget’s role in shaping the next phase of asset trading.