What is Profit Target?
The percentage gain required to pass a prop firm evaluation phase — typically 8–10% for Phase 1 and 4–5% for Phase 2.
The profit target is the minimum gain you must achieve to pass a prop firm challenge phase. It is usually expressed as a percentage of your starting account balance and must be reached within a specified time period.
Typical prop firm profit targets:
| Firm | Phase 1 Target | Phase 2 Target | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTMO | 10% | 5% | 30 days / 60 days |
| FundedNext | 8% | 5% | 30 days / 60 days |
| E8 Funding | 8% | 5% | 30 days / 60 days |
| BrightFunded | 8% | 5% | 30 days / 60 days |
Balancing profit target vs. drawdown:
The challenge is achieving the profit target while staying within the drawdown limits. On a $100,000 FTMO account:
This means you cannot "all-in" to hit the target quickly — one bad trade could breach the drawdown before you hit the goal.
Optimal position sizing for challenges:
With a 1% risk per trade and a 1:3 R:R, you need roughly 4–5 winning trades to hit a 10% target even with some losses. With 0.5% risk per trade, you have more buffer against the drawdown limits.
Time pressure:
A 30-day limit with a 10% target means you need an average of ~0.33%/day. Many experienced traders find this achievable with one solid trade every few days — consistency matters more than frequency.
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