The consistency rule: mechanics and workarounds
A consistency rule caps the share of total profit any single day may represent. It rarely fails accounts but can delay payouts.
Mechanics
The firm sets a ceiling (e.g. 30% or 40%). If the best day exceeds that share of total profit, withdrawal is blocked until other days raise the total.
Example: $5,000 total profit, 40% rule: best day maximum $2,000.
Scope
Evaluation only, funded only, both, or none, depending on the firm. Each program page specifies the rule.
Management
Hold position size constant across days. After one outsized day, steady smaller days restore the ratio.
To avoid it entirely: firms without a consistency rule.
FAQ
Can it fail an account?
At most firms, no; it defers the payout. A minority treat it as a breach.
Lower percentage = stricter?
Yes. 20% is far stricter than 50%.