💸Yield - APY

Explore the potential yields you can earn from participating in Pi Pools.

Pi Pools simplify network validation while maximizing profitability. This page outlines the yields and benefits of operating a Pi Pool versus a standard PulseChain validator.

Yields for Pi Pool Operators

Pi Pools enhance yield opportunities through the following ways:

1. PLS Rewards: Earned through network validation as a PulseChain validator.

2. PPY Reward: Based on the operator's staked PPY, up to 150% collateral.

Explore our Analytics Dashboard where you can view potential APY ranges based on current market conditions, reward cycle dates, and other Pi Pool-related information.

The APY calculations for Pi Pools do not include hardware costs, which can vary based on the node operator’s geographical location and setup.

PPY Reward Calculation

Rewards are proportional to staked PPY, capped at 150% of your PLS contribution. Staking more than 150% won’t increase rewards, which are based on your share of the total PPY staked during the cycle.

Detailed Example

For a Pi Pool with 32M PLS (16M PLS from the Pi Pool operator and 16M PLS from the liquid staking pool):

• A minimum of 25% PLS worth of PPY must be staked.

• PPY rewards increase up to 150% PLS worth of PPY; staking beyond this does not boost rewards.

Use the Calculator to optimize your staking strategy and maximize returns in the Project Pi ecosystem.