YRM Prop has established specific trading session guidelines to maintain proper risk management while providing traders with flexibility to access various market hours. Understanding these time-based rules is essential for successful trading with our funded accounts.
Daily Trading Schedule
Time (EST) | Activity Status | Notes |
6:00 PM - 4:15 PM (next day) | Active Trading Allowed | Full trading day span |
4:15 PM | Mandatory Position Close | All positions must be closed |
4:15 PM - 6:00 PM | No Trading | Market reconciliation period |
Key Trading Restrictions
Daily Close Requirement: All positions must be closed by 4:15 PM EST each trading day
Evening Session: You may reopen positions after 6:00 PM EST when markets reopen
Weekend Closure: No positions may be held over weekends
Futures Market Specifications
Different futures markets have varying trading hours:
Market | Regular Trading Hours (EST) | Overnight Session (EST) |
E-mini & Micro S&P 500 | 9:30 AM - 4:15 PM | 6:00 PM - 9:30 AM |
E-mini & Micro Nasdaq | 9:30 AM - 4:15 PM | 6:00 PM - 9:30 AM |
E-mini & Micro Russell | 9:30 AM - 4:15 PM | 6:00 PM - 9:30 AM |
Crude Oil | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM | 6:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Gold & Silver | 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM | 6:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Treasury Futures | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM | 6:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Counting Trading Days
A "Trading Day" is counted when at least one trade is placed during the 6:00 PM EST to 4:15 PM EST next day period
You must trade on a minimum of 2 separate trading days to pass the challenge
Holiday Trading
YRM Prop follows the standard CME holiday schedule
On early close days, all positions must be closed by the designated early market close time
Holiday schedules are typically announced on our website and trader dashboard
Rationale for Time Restrictions
These timing rules serve multiple purposes:
Enable accurate end-of-day account performance calculations
Prevent overnight risk during market closures
Ensure all traders operate under consistent evaluation conditions
Allow for proper risk monitoring across all funded accounts
By adhering to these approved trading sessions and market hours, you'll maintain compliance with our rules while having access to diverse trading opportunities across multiple market sessions.