Daily loss limits represent the maximum amount you can lose in a single trading day before triggering account closure or suspension. These limits vary by account type and size:
Account Type | Account Size | Daily Loss Limit |
Challenge | $50K | $2,000 (Hard Breach) |
Challenge | $100K | $3,000 (Hard Breach) |
Challenge | $150K | $4,500 (Hard Breach) |
Instant Prime | $25K | $1250 (Hard Breach) |
Instant Prime | $50K | $1,500 (Soft Breach) |
Instant Prime | $100K | $3,000 (Soft Breach) |
Instant Prime | $150K | $4,500 (Soft Breach) |
What is the difference between End-of-Day and Intraday drawdown?
End-of-Day Drawdown: Only your account balance at the end of the trading day (4:00 PM ET/NY close) is evaluated against drawdown limits. You can temporarily exceed limits during the day as long as you recover before market close.
Intraday Drawdown: Your account is continuously monitored throughout the trading day, and if your losses hit the limit at any point, the account is immediately flagged or closed.
All YRM Prop accounts currently use End-of-Day drawdown evaluation.
What is a trailing drawdown?
A trailing drawdown tracks your maximum account value and sets your drawdown limit based on that high-water mark rather than just your starting balance. For example:
Initial account: $50K with $2,000 trailing drawdown
If your account grows to $52K, your new drawdown limit becomes $50,000 ($52K minus $2K)
This prevents giving back significant profits while allowing normal trading fluctuations
Trailing drawdowns apply to Instant Prime accounts but not to Challenge accounts.
What is a "Soft Breach" of daily loss limits?
For Instant Prime accounts with daily loss limits, a "Soft Breach" means:
You receive a warning notification if you exceed the daily loss limit
You have one opportunity to continue trading after a Soft Breach
A second daily loss limit violation will result in account termination
This provides some flexibility while still enforcing risk management discipline.
How do drawdown rules affect my trading strategy?
The drawdown rules are designed to encourage responsible risk management. Consider these best practices:
Size positions appropriately to avoid approaching daily limits
Use proper stop losses on all trades
Reduce position size after experiencing losses
Be especially careful during high-volatility market conditions
Monitor your account value regularly throughout the trading day
Understanding and respecting these rules is essential for long-term success with YRM Prop.