Question 1

Can you hold overnight on Apex Trader Funding?

Accepted Answer

No, Apex Trader Funding requires you to flatten all positions before the market closes. You cannot hold trades overnight in any phase.

By phase:

-Evaluation: overnight holding is not allowed
-Funded: overnight holding is not allowed

This is common for futures prop firms where overnight margin requirements differ from intraday. Keep in mind that overnight gaps can significantly impact your trailing drawdown if holding is allowed.

Question 2

Can you trade news on Apex Trader Funding?

Accepted Answer

Apex Trader Funding has different news trading rules depending on the phase. Some phases allow it while others restrict it.

Question 3

Can you hold over weekend on Apex Trader Funding?

Accepted Answer

No, Apex Trader Funding does not allow weekend holding. All positions must be closed before the market closes on Friday.

Question 4

Can you use EAs/bots on Apex Trader Funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Apex Trader Funding allows the use of Expert Advisors (EAs) and automated trading bots. You can run algorithmic strategies on NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Rithmic, TradingView.

Question 5

What happens if you hit drawdown on Apex Trader Funding?

Accepted Answer

If you hit the maximum drawdown limit on Apex Trader Funding, your account is immediately terminated. All open positions are closed and you lose access to the account.

Question 6

How to reset Apex Trader Funding challenge?

Accepted Answer

To reset your Apex Trader Funding challenge, you need to purchase a new evaluation. Apex Trader Funding does not offer free resets.

Can you hold overnight on Apex Trader Funding?

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