Profit Target

The Profit target is the amount you must reach to successfully complete the challenge and gain access to a Funded Account.

Overview of all models

Instant Funding	No profit target	-
1-step challenge	10% profit	-
2-step challenge	10% profit	5% profit

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INSTANT FUNDING

With Instant Funding there is no profit target – you can start trading immediately and generate profits.

1-STEP CHALLENGE

In the 1-step challenge you must reach a profit target of 10% of the starting capital.

Example ($100,000 account):

• Starting capital: $100.000

• Profit target: $10,000 (10% of $100,000)

• Target account balance: $110.000

• After success: Funded Account with no further profit targets

2-STEP CHALLENGE

In the 2-step challenge you must achieve two consecutive profit targets.

Phase 1: 10% profit target

• 10% profit required from the original account balance

• All trading rules must be followed

• After success: Proceed to Phase 2

Phase 2: 5% profit target

• 5% profit required from the original account balance

• Account balance is reset to the original size

• After success: Access to the Funded Account

Example ($100,000 account):

Phase 1:

• Starting capital: $100.000

• Profit target: $10.000 (10%)

• Success at: $110,000 or more

Phase 2:

• Starting capital: $100,000 (Reset)

• Profit target: $5.000 (5%)

• Success at: $105,000 or more

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Important Notes

Calculation of the profit target

The profit target is always calculated from the original account balance as follows:

Profit target = Original account balance × Profit percentage

What counts toward the profit?

• ✅ All realized profits from closed positions

• ❌ Unrealized profits from open positions do NOT count

• ❌ Swap fees and commissions are deducted

Timeframe

• ✅ Unlimited timeframe for all profit targets

• ✅ No pressure or expiration date

• ✅ Trade at your own pace

After reaching the profit target

• ✅ Challenge is considered passed

• ✅ All other rules must still have been followed

• ✅ Transition to the next phase or to the Funded Account

Consequences of not reaching it

• ❌ Challenge is considered failed

• ❌ Account is closed in case of rule violation

• ❌ No refund of the challenge fee

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a time limit for the profit target?

No, there is at Core Funded no time limit for reaching the profit targets. You can trade for as long as you like.

Do I have to reach the profit target exactly?

No, you must reach the profit target at least reach it. More profit is always allowed.

What happens if I exceed the profit target?

Excess profits are not carried over to the next phase or the Funded Account. Each phase starts with the original starting balance, regardless of how much profit you made previously.

Can I continue trading after reaching the profit target?

Yes, you can continue trading as long as you comply with all other trading rules.

Is the profit target in Phase 2 calculated from the original account balance?

Yes, the profit target in Phase 2 is calculated from the original account balance original balance. The account balance is reset to the original size.

What if I make more than 5% profit in Phase 2?

That is perfectly fine. Once you reach the 5% you have passed Phase 2.

Are there profit targets again in the Funded Account?

No, in the Funded Account there are no profit targets anymore. You can request withdrawals directly from profits.

Do open positions count toward the profit target?

No, only realized profits from closed positions count toward the profit target. Open positions are not taken into account.