Overnight holding rules determine whether you can keep positions open past the end of the trading session. These rules vary by asset class and apply to both evaluation and funded accounts.
Overnight Rules by Asset Class
| Asset Class | Overnight Holding | Session Close Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Futures | Not Allowed | All positions must be flat before session close |
| Stocks | Not Allowed | All positions must be flat before market close |
| Crypto | Allowed | No session close requirement |
| All-in-One | Allowed | No session close requirement |
Futures & Stocks
Futures and stock accounts do not allow overnight holding. All positions must be closed before the end of the trading session. This means:
- Futures — All contracts must be flat before the daily session close. Holding through the overnight session is a rule violation.
- Stocks — All equity positions must be closed before the market close bell (4:00 PM ET). No positions can carry over to the next trading day.
Holding positions overnight on a Futures or Stocks account is a rule violation. Our risk management system monitors all open positions at session close. Violations may result in account review or breach.
Crypto & All-in-One
Crypto and All-in-One accounts allow overnight holding. You can keep positions open for as long as you like — there is no session close requirement.
- Crypto — Markets trade 24/7. Positions can be held indefinitely across sessions.
- All-in-One — Overnight holding is permitted across all asset classes within the AIO account.
If your strategy involves swing trading or holding positions for multiple days, Crypto or All-in-One accounts are the right choice. Futures and Stocks accounts are designed for intraday trading only.
What Counts as Overnight?
The definition of "overnight" depends on the asset class:
- Futures — Positions held past the CME daily settlement time are considered overnight.
- Stocks — Any position open after the 4:00 PM ET market close is considered overnight.
Our system automatically checks for open positions at session boundaries. If a position is detected after close on a non-overnight account, it is flagged as a rule violation.