Apex Trader Funding - July 2025 Review
Key Takeaways
- No More Payout Windows – Traders can now request payouts anytime after completing 8 trading days and meeting the safety net requirement.
- 30% Consistency Rule – No single trading day should contribute more than 30% of total profits.
- Safety Net for First 3 Payouts – Maintain a safety net equal to the trailing drawdown + $100.
- Faster 100% Payouts – Full profit withdrawals from the 6th payout onward.
- Scaling & Risk Management – Initial contract limits until thresholds met, max risk-reward 5:1.
- News Trading Allowed – One-direction rule; no hedging both sides.
- Flipping Trades Allowed – Scalping OK with ≥$50 profit on 5 separate days.
- No Market Manipulation – HFT, sim exploitation & account sharing prohibited.
Payout Structure
No More Fixed Payout Windows
Traders no longer need to wait for date-based windows. Request payouts anytime once eligibility criteria are met.
New Payout Requirements
- Complete 8 trading days.
- At least 5 profitable days with ≥$50 profit each.
- Meet the Safety Net (drawdown limit + $100).
Payout Processing & Timeline
Approval: 2 business days; Transfer: 3–4 days; Bank: 3–7 days. International traders receive invitation email.
Example Scenario
A trader completes 8 days by Nov 1, with 5 days ≥ $50 profit. They request payout on Nov 1, approved by Nov 5, sent Nov 11, and arrive 3–7 days later.
Updated Rules
- Complete at least 8 trading days.
- Ensure ≥5 days with $50+ profit each.
- Maintain safety net (drawdown + $100).
Payout Process & Timeline
Effective Nov 1: Approval in 2 days; funds sent in 3–4 days; bank 3–7 days.
Example
8 trading days by Nov 1 → request payout → approved by Nov 5 → funds sent Nov 11 → arrive 3–7 days after.
30% Consistency Rule Explained
Apex enforces that no single day’s profit exceed 30% of total profits since last payout. After payout, rule resets.
Calculation
Highest profit day ÷ 0.3 = Minimum total profit required.
Example: $1,500 ÷ 0.3 = $5,000 total profit needed before payout.
Safety Net for First Three Payouts
Applies only to first 3 payouts: safety net = trailing drawdown + $100.
Minimum & Maximum Payout Limits
- Minimum: $500 once safety net met.
- Maximum: Balance must exceed safety net + extra requested.
50K PA: drawdown $2,500 → net $2,600. Request $500 → balance $52,100 OK. Request $1,200 → need $53,300 before.
Probation & Payout Eligibility
Even on probation, payouts allowed if safety net & probation conditions met.
100% Payout Eligibility
Full profit withdrawals from 6th payout onward or on Live Prop account, no time-based wait.
Trading Requirements & Rules
- Use genuine real-world strategy.
- No market manipulation or HFT.
- No account sharing.
Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) Policy
DCA allowed: add positions same direction. Must obey risk & consistency rules.
Contract Size Consistency
Maintain logical position sizing; no erratic jumps. Half contracts until threshold, then full.
Risk Management Rules
- Max 5:1 risk-reward ratio.
- 30% max drawdown on open trades.
30% Negative P&L Rule
Open losses ≤30% of profit balance. After profit growth, limit increases to 50%.
General Trading Practices
Transparency, real-time monitoring, journaling encouraged for compliance.
News Trading Practices
One-direction rule; no hedging both sides. Must follow consistency & risk rules.
No Group or Partner Trading
Attempting multi-account schemes → immediate closure & ban.
Flipping Trades Guidelines
Allowed if ≥$50 profit on 5 days. Otherwise day doesn’t count.
Core Trading Rules Summary
- Genuine strategy.
- DCA allowed responsibly.
- News trading with one-direction.
- Flipping with $50/day ×5 days.
- Half contracts until threshold.
- 5:1 risk-reward max.
- 30%→50% drawdown limit.
Example of a Fully Compliant Trader
A trader who follows all above rules is 100% compliant.
Apex’s Commitment to Fair Trading
- Equal rule enforcement, clear communication.
- Mutual accountability and transparency.
Implementation Notes
- Transition period with gradual enforcement.
- Ongoing feedback and updates.