Consistency Rule Calculator
The consistency rule says no single day’s profit may exceed a set share of your total profit. If the limit is 30%, then every individual day must stay at or below 30% of your overall profit.
It is a way for firms to check that you earn steadily, rather than passing on one big day. Enter your total profit and the limit below, and the tool shows the most any single day is allowed to contribute.
How it works & caveats
The formula is: max single day = total profit × (limit% ÷ 100). The reverse is: total profit needed = best day ÷ (limit% ÷ 100). This is a general estimate; firms define the consistency rule differently (whether it applies at payout or during evaluation, on a single day or an average, and so on). Always confirm the current terms on the firm’s official page before signing up.
This page is informational and is not investment advice.
FAQ
- What is the consistency rule?
- It is a cap that says no single day’s profit may exceed a set share (for example 30%) of your total profit. Many firms use it to check that you earn steadily rather than relying on one lucky day.
- What happens if I break the consistency limit?
- It varies by firm, but most will hold your payout until you meet the limit, asking you to keep trading. It usually does not fail the account outright — but always read your firm’s own rules.
- What percentage is typical?
- Often somewhere between 30% and 50%, but it varies a lot between firms. This tool defaults to 30%; change it to match your own firm’s number.