TopStep Swap/Overnight Fee Calculator
Estimate overnight swap fees for holding positions on TopStep. See daily swap cost, total cost for your holding period, and annual swap rates for popular instruments. TopStep uses trailing eod (floor moves up at end of day) with a 2% daily loss limit and 3% max drawdown. Updated March 2026.
Holding positions overnight on TopStep incurs swap fees based on the interest rate differential between the two currencies. For swing traders holding for days or weeks, these costs add up and eat into profits. This calculator estimates the total swap cost for your planned holding period.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is TopStep's daily loss limit?
TopStep's daily loss limit is 2% of your account balance. For the $50,000 account, the daily limit is $1,000.
What drawdown type does TopStep use?
TopStep uses trailing eod (floor moves up at end of day). The floor moves up at end-of-day when your closing balance exceeds the previous peak.
Does TopStep charge swap fees?
Most prop firms, including TopStep, pass through swap/overnight fees from the underlying broker. These are charged when you hold positions past the daily rollover time (typically 5 PM EST). Wednesday carries a triple swap to account for the weekend. Some firms offer swap-free accounts.
How much do swap fees cost on TopStep?
Swap costs vary by instrument, direction, and current interest rates. Major pairs like EUR/USD typically cost $3-10 per standard lot per night. JPY pairs and gold (XAU/USD) can have significantly higher swaps. Always check your platform for current rates.
Data source: TopStep (https://www.topstep.com). Last verified: 2026-03-21.
Drawdown type: Trailing EOD (floor moves up at end of day) | Daily limit: 2% | Profit split: 90-90%