This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kane Simons, a 32-year-old day trader and the founder of Prop Firm Compare. In 2024, Simons earned a $1.9 million payout from Apex Trader Funding, ...

When it comes to prop trading, deadlines can make or break a trader’s success. Many prop firms impose strict evaluation periods —usually 30, 60, or 90 days — forcing traders to rush trades or take on ...

In the digital trading world, fortunes can shift in seconds. Technology has opened the doors to financial markets for all, but it has also unleashed a flood of information, much of it unreliable.

We've tested over 40 challenges and funded accounts to shortlist the 5 top prop trading firms for USA traders. We assessed the process from start to finish, assessing each firm's challenges, rules, ...

Passing a prop firm challenge isn’t just about hitting profit targets — it’s about mastering strict rules, managing drawdowns, and keeping emotions in check. Successful traders combine a rules-based ...