Drawdown Types
Static Drawdown
Remains fixed at a set dollar amount below your starting balance. Used in Instant Equities (consistent positional strategies).
End-of-Day Trailing Drawdown
Adjusts upward based on your balance at the end of each trading day. Used in Challenge Equities (Funded), Challenge Futures (Funded and Evaluation).
Intraday (Live Trailing) Drawdown
Updates in real time as account equity changes. Used in Challenge Equities (Evaluation Phase).
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