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Burger Curve Strategy: Unlocking High Yields on Sideways Token Pairs Like HUMA-SOL

Burger Curve Strategy: Unlocking High Yields on Sideways Token Pairs Like HUMA-SOL

If you've been diving into liquidity pools on Solana, you might have heard of Meteora's curve strategy. But did you know it's not just for stablecoins? A recent thread from @findocere on X breaks down how this approach, dubbed the "Burger Curve Strategy," can supercharge your yields on sideways token pairs. Think of it as flipping a juicy burger – thick in the middle, rewarding when prices bounce back to your set range.

Pixel art illustration of the Burger Curve Strategy

Understanding the Burger Curve Strategy

The curve strategy on Meteora concentrates liquidity in a specific price range, much like a burger with a thick patty in the center. This setup maximizes fees from trades that happen within that range. @findocere highlights that it's especially effective for pairs where prices are ranging sideways, not wildly volatile or trending in one direction.

In the example, the HUMA-SOL pair shines because $HUMA has been stable between $0.020 and $0.025, while SOL hovers around $135-$140. This stability creates the perfect "chop" for the strategy to print yields – up to 2% in 24 hours, and it works over multiple days.

Why call it a burger? The liquidity distribution looks like a burger: heavy concentration in the middle bins where most trading volume occurs, flanked by thinner layers on the sides.

Why HUMA-SOL Fits Perfectly

@findocere points out that $HUMA from Huma Finance is relatively stable compared to the broader market. Paired with SOL's current sideways movement, it's ideal for multi-day liquidity provision. Plus, on claiming days for $HUMA rewards, volume surges, boosting fees without the price deviating too far.

To verify, check the liquidity distribution on Meteora's DLMM pool for HUMA-SOL: HMBtgxCCc8Tukkm668qbxQUbjUVEAP37b9oAFfWffCUy. You'll see the concentrated bins capturing that high-volume middle ground.

Liquidity distribution chart for HUMA-SOL pair

Step-by-Step Guide to Implementing the Strategy

Ready to try it? Here's how @findocere does it:

  1. Prepare Your Tokens: Get equal values of $HUMA and SOL. Swap if needed via Jupiter on Meteora by clicking the JUP logo.

  2. Set Up the Pool: Head to the HUMA-SOL pool on Meteora. Select the curve strategy and set a range of about ±20%. This wide range accounts for potential volatility on claiming days, but the price bounces back due to Huma's yield mechanics.

Screenshot of setting up curve strategy on Meteora Additional setup for liquidity provision
  1. Deposit and Wait: After depositing, let the pool work its magic. In @findocere's case, it yielded 2% in just 24 hours.
Yield results from Burger Curve Strategy
  1. Monitor and Optimize: Keep an eye on price action. This strategy thrives on sideways movement, so withdraw if things start trending.

Beyond Stablecoins: Expanding Your DeFi Toolkit

Traditionally, curve strategies are used for stablecoin pairs to minimize impermanent loss. But as @findocere shows, applying it to sideways meme or utility tokens like $HUMA can amplify gains, especially during high-volume events like reward distributions.

For more details, check out the original thread on X. And if you're into video explanations, there's a clip demonstrating the setup.

TL;DR summary of Burger Curve Strategy

This approach is a game-changer for blockchain practitioners looking to enhance their yields without constant monitoring. If you're farming on Solana, give the Burger Curve a flip – it might just be your next happy meal in DeFi.

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