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What Are the Challenges of Liquidating Illiquid Crypto Derivative Positions?

Low volume, high volatility, and market fragmentation lead to significant price slippage and difficulty in executing large liquidation orders without loss.
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What Are the Challenges of Liquidating Illiquid Crypto Derivative Positions?

The primary challenges are low trading volume, high price volatility, and potential market fragmentation across multiple exchanges. A large liquidation order can cause significant price slippage, exacerbating losses.

The clearing house must manage the liquidation over time or use bespoke strategies to minimize market impact.

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