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How End-of-Day Drawdown Works in Futures Prop Firms

Replikanto vs Apex Trade Copier
Compare Replikanto vs Apex Trade Copier — two of the top copy trading tools for NinjaTrader prop firm traders in 2026. Discover which platform delivers faster execution, better multi-account control, and how TradeSyncer now outperforms both with seamless Rithmic, Tradovate, and TradingView integrations.

Tradeify Consistency Rule – Full Guide for Funded Traders
The Tradeify Consistency Rule Guide helps funded traders understand payout requirements and avoid delays. Learn the difference between Lightning (20% → 25% → 30%) and Growth Sim (35%) rules, see real examples, and use our free Tradeify Consistency Rule Calculator to instantly check if your profits qualify for a payout.

Apex Trader Funding Commandments – The 4 Rules Every Trader Must Follow for Payouts
The Apex Trader Funding Commandments outline the 4 rules every trader must follow to secure payouts: the 30% consistency rule, 30% drawdown rule, 5:1 risk-to-reward, and trading requirements. Learn how these guidelines protect your funded account, improve discipline, and guarantee smoother payout approvals with Apex.

What Are Futures Prop Firms? A Complete Guide for Traders
Futures trading has exploded in popularity over the last few years, and a big reason is the rise of futures proprietary trading firms—better known as prop firms. These firms provide traders with access to capital, giving them the chance to trade the markets without risking large amounts of their own…

FundedNext vs FundingTicks: Which Futures Prop Firm Is Better in 2026?
⚔️ FundedNext and FundingTicks both came from the forex world and are now battling in futures funding. FundedNext offers cheap entry with 100% splits and payouts in as little as 3 days, while FundingTicks stands out with its Zero Plan for instant funding and One Plan for uncapped payouts. Discover…

Best Prop Firms for Scalpers in 2026
Scalpers need speed, flexibility, and prop firms that don’t punish their style. In this guide, we reveal the top futures prop firms for scalpers in 2026, breaking down rules, payouts, and drawdowns so you know exactly where you can thrive.

Unrealized Trailing Drawdown Explained – Apex Trader Funding Rules (With Real Life Examples)
The unrealized trailing drawdown at Apex Trader Funding is the single biggest rule that trips up traders. Unlike a static drawdown, it moves up with your account’s highest unrealized gains and never moves back down—meaning intraday peaks can shrink your safety cushion even if you later close lower. In this…

Top 11 Questions Traders Ask About Apex Trader Funding (Answered)
Thinking about joining Apex Trader Funding but not sure how it all works? You’re not alone. Apex has quickly become one of the most popular futures prop firms in the world, paying out over $500 million to traders since 2022 and standing out with features like 20-account copy trading, fast…

How Do Prop Firms Work? A Beginner’s Guide to Futures Prop Firms
Futures prop firms let traders access large funded accounts by proving consistency in an evaluation. Learn how evaluations, drawdowns, payouts, and multiple accounts work with examples from Apex Trader Funding.