DRIFT funding rate on Variational
Funding APR
+10.95%
0.0050% / 4h
Interval
4h
next 12:00 UTC
Direction
Longs pay
longs pay shorts
Venues tracked
2
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Over the last 30 days, DRIFT funding on Variational averaged +10.2% APR and stayed positive 97.5% of the time, ranging from -24.3% to +10.9%. Right now it pays longs pay shorts at +10.9% APR, settled every 4h across 2 venues we track.
as of 2026-07-29 10:02 UTC
DRIFT funding history on Variationallast 30d
30d average
+10.22%
Range
-24% / 11%
% positive
97.5%
Volatility
4.0
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How DRIFT funding compares across venues
| Exchange | Funding APR |
|---|---|
| Variational | +10.95% |
| dYdX | +0.00% |
Frequently asked
What is the current DRIFT funding rate on Variational?
DRIFT on Variational is funding at 10.95% APR (0.0050% every 4h), paid longs pay shorts, as of 2026-07-29 10:02 UTC.
How often does Variational pay funding on DRIFT?
Every 4 hours.
How do I earn DRIFT funding without price risk?
Hedge the position on a second venue so price moves cancel out and you keep the funding payment.
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