Bitget to adjust index price data sources for NATGASUSDT and CLUSDT perps

To ensure the accuracy, stability, and continued availability of index price data for its futures products, Bitget will adjust the index price data sources for NATGASUSDT (natural gas) and CLUSDT (WTI crude oil) perps. Details are as follows:

 

1. Adjustments

Index price data for NATGASUSDT and CLUSDT is sourced through Pyth Network. Due to adjustments to Pyth Network's data sources,the underlying price data for natural gas and WTI crude oil will be switched from CME futures data to ICE Futures data.

 

2. Effective time

Starting on September 16, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC+8), the index price data source for the above futures will officially switch to ICE futures data.

The actual effective time is subject to the live launch time.

 

3. Changes to daily market closure hours

As the underlying data source is changing from CME to ICE, the two exchanges have different daily market closure periods. Index price updates will be paused during the relevant closure periods, and Bitget will use an internal model to calculate the index price during those times. The changes are as follows:

Before (CME data source): Daily market closure period: 5:00 AM–6:00 AM (UTC+8)

After (ICE data source): Daily market closure period: 6:00 AM–8:00 AM (UTC+8)

 

4. Impact on users

Following the data source switch, the index prices for NATGASUSDT and CLUSDT may differ from their previous levels, depending on differences between CME and ICE quotes during the same period.

The daily market closure period will change from 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM to 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM (UTC+8). Note that price updates, order execution, and liquidation calculations may be affected during this period.

Manage your positions and risks appropriately, and avoid high-leverage trading around the data source transition period.

 

5. Risk warning

The data source switch and changes to daily market closure hours may cause price volatility or gaps in the affected futures around the transition window and daily market closures. Understand the associated risks, trade responsibly, and manage your risk appropriately.

 

If you have any questions about this adjustment, contact our online customer service. Thank you for supporting Bitget.