Fundamental Analysis
Being able to understand the fundamentals of a coin / project before you open a perp trade is incredibly important. You will often use Fundamental and Technical analysis together, to give yourself more confidence in a trade
Narrative Strength
Narratives drive attention, and attention drives price. For perps, narrative strength is one of the most important “fundamentals” because it determines how much flow, volume, and volatility a coin attracts.
Clear story that the market cares about
Strong attention across social media
Alignment with underlying markets
Partnerships and support from major influencers
Upcoming Catalysts
Upcoming catalysts are timed events that create volatility, momentum, and trading opportunities on perps. These matter more than long-term fundamentals because they directly influence short-term price direction.
Major CEX / DEX listings
Mainnet launches & upgrades
Airdrops & token unlocks
Ecosystem announcements
High-impact macro events (FOMC, CPI, ETF)

