Consistency rule
The consistency rule ensures that no single profit day constitutes an excessive percentage of the total profit. This promotes consistent and disciplined trading across multiple trading days. It is only checked during the payout phase.
Percentages by challenge type
| Challenge type | Maximum daily profit | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Instant | 15% | No single profit day may account for more than 15% of the total profit |
| 1-step | 30% | No single profit day may account for more than 30% of the total profit |
| 2-step | 30% | No single profit day may account for more than 30% of the total profit |
Examples
Instant (15% rule)
Example: With a total profit of $2,000, a maximum of $300 (15%) may be earned in one day.
1-step & 2-step challenge (30% rule)
Example: With a total profit of $5,000, a maximum of $1,500 (30%) may be earned in one day.
How a day is counted
Each day counts with the highest net profit reached at any point during that day. If you lose part or all of it afterwards, even if you end the day at a loss, that earlier peak is still used for the calculation.
Example: On Monday your account is up $450 at its best point, then you give it back and close the day at −$100. For the consistency rule, Monday counts as $450, not −$100. On an Instant account with a total profit of $2,000 (limit: $300 per day), Monday is over the limit. It is back within the limit once your total profit reaches $3,000.
Important notes
- The consistency rule is only checked during the payout phase
- Each day counts with its highest net profit reached during the day, even if the day ends at a loss
- Traders may continue trading until the ratio is met
- Payout may be restricted if the rule is violated
- The rule promotes sustainable trading behavior
Purpose of the rule
The consistency rule serves to:
- prevent gambling-like trading
- promote consistent performance across multiple days
- improve risk management
- reward sustainable trading strategies