Day Trading

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U.S. stock markets average 20–22 trading days per month, but holidays and weekends change that count. This guide breaks down the 2026 trading calendar, explains how trading days impact futures traders and prop firm evaluations, and shows how rules like Daily Loss Limits and Consistency Requirements help build discipline and…

Wondering how much money you really need to start day trading? In this guide, we break down daily profit goals, account types, and the updated Pattern Day Trader (PDT) rule—now shifting from a fixed $25,000 minimum to a flexible intraday margin requirement by 2026. Learn how leverage, cash vs. margin…

U.S. stock markets operate roughly 250 to 252 trading days per year, depending on how weekends and federal holidays fall. Each year, the NYSE and Nasdaq close for select market holidays, leaving around 250 active trading sessions where investors and futures traders can participate. This guide breaks down the exact…