# Kraken Pro Raises ETH/USD Margin Leverage to 20x Maximum leverage for ETH/USD margin trading has been increased. - **Source:** [Kraken Blog](https://brifing.si/source/d5b3c3d8-9f4f-4485-9bd1-50ba4c5fe7ae) - **Published:** 2026-09-02 - **Topic:** [Finance](https://brifing.si/c/finance) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/2589666b-ff56-4f72-abbb-9f2ba1c95b80 ## ETH/USD Margin Leverage Increased on Kraken Pro Kraken Pro has raised the maximum leverage for ETH/USD margin trading to 20x. This update applies only to ETH/USD margin trading and does not extend to other pairs or futures. Availability depends on the user's market. Eligibility can be checked via the Kraken Pro app. ## What's Changed and What Hasn't This update increases the maximum leverage for ETH/USD margin trading while leaving the margin engine, order flow, and account structure unchanged. Risk control mechanisms such as liquidation price, margin ratio, and take-profit/stop-loss tools remain the same. Users continue to have full margin visibility at every stage of their positions. ## Increased Capital Efficiency 20x leverage allows the same ETH/USD position to be opened with less capital or larger positions to be opened with existing capital. This update aims to help users use their capital more efficiently. However, leverage usage is entirely dependent on the user's risk tolerance and strategy. ## Risk Reminder Leverage increases both the potential gains and losses of positions. The 20x leverage ratio does not change this mathematical reality; it only expands the space users can work with. If ETH/USD margin trading is not part of your strategy, this update does not change our starting recommendations. ## Availability and Eligibility The 20x leverage ratio is available only to eligible traders in select markets. Some markets are excluded due to local regulatory requirements. If the new leverage ratio is not visible in your account, you can check your eligibility by opening the Kraken Pro app. ## How to Get Started The updated leverage range is active in the ETH/USD margin trading flow you already use on Kraken Pro. There is no need to set up a new account type or learn a new interface. The same margin engine is now available with a higher leverage ratio. ## Risks of Margin Trading Margin trading carries significant risks and may not be suitable for all investors. You could lose more than your initial investment. Spot margin trading products are offered by Payward Trading Ltd, based in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. ## Conclusion and Recommendations Kraken Pro's increase of the leverage ratio for ETH/USD margin trading to 20x aims to enhance capital efficiency. However, leverage usage carries substantial risks, and it is crucial for users to act according to their risk tolerance. Ensure you fully understand the risks before trading. ## Sources covering this story - https://blog.kraken.com/product/margin/eth-usd-raised-to-20x — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._