Updated 2026-03-08
E8 Markets Minimum Trading Days Rule Explained
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Quick Answer
E8 Markets requires at least 1 trading day to be completed before the profit target counts in evaluation phases.
The rule requires traders to be active for a minimum of 1 trading day before their profits count toward the 6% profit target. This means you cannot achieve the profit target on your very first day of trading, even if you reach 6% gains. Attempting to pass the evaluation in less than 1 trading day will result in evaluation failure.
Key Rule Details
Minimum
1 days
Applies To
Each phase separately
A trading day is
Any day with at least 1 closed trade
If reached early
Must keep trading until minimum met
Breach
Target not counted until days met
Calculation Example
Common Mistakes
Same-Day Profit Target Rush
Traders attempt to hit the 6% profit target ($1,500 on a $25,000 account) on their first trading day, thinking they can pass immediately. Even if they achieve this profit, the evaluation will fail because the minimum 1 trading day requirement hasn't been met. The profit target only becomes valid after completing at least 1 full trading day.
Weekend Day Counting Confusion
Traders assume weekend days count toward the minimum trading days requirement when markets are closed. E8 Markets only counts actual trading days when markets are open and positions can be executed. Starting on a Friday and waiting until Monday doesn't fulfill the 1 trading day requirement until you've actually traded on a market day.
Partial Day Trading
Traders believe that making a few trades and then closing their session partway through counts as completing a trading day. The requirement is for full trading days to be completed, not just partial trading sessions. You must allow at least one complete market day to pass before your profits count toward the target.
Overnight Position Confusion
Traders think holding positions overnight automatically satisfies the minimum trading day requirement. Simply having open positions across multiple days doesn't count as completing trading days. You need to have at least 1 full trading day of market activity before the profit target becomes achievable, regardless of position timing.
Protection Strategies
Plan Multi-Day Trading Schedule
Create a trading plan that spans at least 2 days before attempting to reach the profit target. This ensures you'll meet the 1 trading day minimum while giving yourself adequate time to analyze markets. Schedule your first day for smaller, conservative trades to establish your minimum day requirement.
Use Conservative First-Day Position Sizing
Limit your position sizes on day 1 to avoid accidentally hitting the profit target too early. Use smaller lot sizes or lower-risk trades during your first trading day to build toward the requirement. This prevents the frustration of achieving profits that don't count toward evaluation success.
Set Calendar Day Tracking Alerts
Create alerts or calendar reminders to track when you've completed your first full trading day. Mark your start date and set a reminder for when you can begin targeting the 6% profit goal. This prevents premature attempts to pass the evaluation before meeting the 1 day minimum.
Avoid High-Impact News Trading Initially
Despite E8 Markets allowing news trading, avoid high-volatility news events on your first trading day to prevent accidental large profits. Save aggressive news trading strategies for day 2 and beyond when your profits will count toward the evaluation. This maintains control over your evaluation timeline.
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Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Prop firm rules change regularly — always verify current terms on E8 Markets's official website before purchasing a challenge. Updated 2026-03-08.