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Alpha Funded Weekend Holding Rule
The Simple Answer
Alpha Funded allows weekend trading across all account types and sizes, with no add-ons or restrictions required. Traders may open and hold positions over the weekend, subject to standard risk rules.
This applies to all programs and account sizes, and there is no separate purchase or activation to enable it. Weekend gap risk applies when the market reopens, and positions remain subject to the firm’s standard risk limits.
Below is a breakdown of how the Alpha Funded weekend holding rules apply across different account types and stages.
| Challenge Type | Evaluation Phase | Funded Phase |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Step | Allowed | Allowed |
| 2 Step | Allowed | Allowed |
Breakdown by Account Type
1 Step
Weekend trading is allowed during the evaluation and on the funded account, with no add-on required. Positions can be opened and held over the weekend, subject to the standard risk rules.
2 Step
The same applies across both evaluation phases and the funded account. Weekend trading is allowed on all programs and account sizes, so positions can be carried over the weekend with no restriction beyond the standard risk limits.
Swap and Triple Swap
Swap fees apply on positions held overnight and over the weekend, based on standard market conditions for each instrument. Alpha Funded does not publish a fixed triple swap schedule, so the standard market convention applies, where the rollover for a full weekend is charged on a single day during the week.
| Instrument | Triple Swap Day |
|---|---|
| FX pairs | Wednesday |
| Metals | Wednesday |
| Indices | Friday |
| Other instruments | Friday |
Warning System for Weekend Holding Violations
There is no weekend restriction to breach at Alpha Funded, so weekend trading does not trigger a violation on any account. Weekend trading is allowed on all programs and account sizes, with no add-on required, and traders may both open and hold positions over the weekend. Positions remain subject to the standard risk rules, so a weekend gap that pushes the account past a drawdown limit is still a breach. Weekend gap risk when the market reopens is the trader’s responsibility.
Final Comments
Alpha Funded allows weekend trading across all account types and sizes, with no add-ons or restrictions, which makes it flexible for swing traders. Unlike many firms, it lets traders both open and hold positions over the weekend, and there is no separate purchase or activation to enable it.
The one thing to keep in mind is that positions stay subject to the standard risk rules. A weekend gap that breaches a drawdown limit at the reopen is still a breach, so position size should reflect that. Weekend gap risk remains the trader’s responsibility.
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FAQ
Is weekend holding allowed at Alpha Funded?
Yes. Weekend trading is allowed across all account types and sizes, with no add-ons required. Traders may open and hold positions over the weekend.
Do I need an add-on to trade over the weekend at Alpha Funded?
No. There is no separate purchase or activation required. Weekend trading is enabled on all programs by default.
Can I open new positions over the weekend?
Yes. Alpha Funded allows traders to both open and hold positions over the weekend, subject to the standard risk rules.
Does weekend trading apply to all account sizes?
Yes. It applies to all programs and all account sizes, with no restrictions required.
What is the main risk of holding over the weekend?
The weekend gap. Positions stay subject to the standard risk rules, so a gap that breaches a drawdown limit at the reopen is still a breach.