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What Is the Difference between Mark Price and Last Traded Price?

The Last Traded Price is the price of the most recent executed trade on the futures contract market. It is highly volatile and reflects immediate supply and demand.

The Mark Price, however, is a calculated price, typically based on the Index Price and a decaying funding basis. It is a smoothed price designed to reflect the contract's fair value and is used for margin and liquidation calculations.

How Does the Mark Price Affect the Calculation of ‘Maintenance Margin’?
Why Do Exchanges Use a Mark Price Instead of the Last Traded Price for Liquidations?
What Is the ‘Liquidation Price’ and How Is It Calculated in a Leveraged Position?
What Are the Risks of Using a ‘Mark Price’ versus a ‘Last Price’ for Liquidation Triggers?