1% Floating Loss Rule & Micro-Loss Tripwires
An instant breach triggered when any single open trade floats into a 1% unrealized loss relative to starting account balance.
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Why this rule exists
The 1% floating loss rule is enforced on select instant-funding accounts and aggressive micro-evaluation tiers. Unlike normal daily loss limits that calculate net equity across all trades at day-close, this rule watches individual positions in real time. If a single trade pulls back beyond 1%, the account is immediately breached, regardless of overall daily profit.
How traders get caught
Risk floors are enforced tick by tick against live equity including spread and swaps. Server-time resets and intraday peaks shrink usable room far below what the headline percent suggests.
How to stay safe
Check the Source Inspector for the exact FAQ excerpt, test your equity distance in the simulator, and keep a 20% buffer above the nearest floor.
The Formula
How it is calculated
Real Dollar Example
On a $10,000 account, if your open position hits -$100.01 floating loss, the rule is violated instantly even if you are +$500 in realized profit on the day.
Common Traps & Mistakes
Assuming the 4% or 5% daily loss limit gives you room to hold a swing trade.
Failing to set a hard stop-loss inside 0.8% to account for market slippage and spread widening.
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Rule FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions: 1% Floating Loss Rule & Micro-Loss Tripwires
What is the 1% Floating Loss Rule & Micro-Loss Tripwires?
An instant breach triggered when any single open trade floats into a 1% unrealized loss relative to starting account balance.
How is 1% Floating Loss Rule & Micro-Loss Tripwires calculated across prop firms?
Single Position Loss Floor = Starting Nominal Capital * 1.00%
What are the most common mistakes traders make with 1% Floating Loss Rule & Micro-Loss Tripwires?
Assuming the 4% or 5% daily loss limit gives you room to hold a swing trade. Failing to set a hard stop-loss inside 0.8% to account for market slippage and spread widening.
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