What Role Does "Leverage" Play in Options versus Staking? ⎊ Path

What Role Does “Leverage” Play in Options versus Staking?

Options inherently involve leverage, as a small premium controls a large notional value of the underlying asset, amplifying both gains and losses. Staking, by contrast, is typically unleveraged, requiring 1:1 capital for the stake.

However, some staking services offer "leveraged staking" through debt, introducing margin call risk, which is a financial derivative concept.

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