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Blue Guardian Weekend Holding Rule
The Simple Answer
Blue Guardian allows holding positions overnight and over the weekend on all account types. There is no rule that forces you to close before the weekend, so weekend holding is permitted across the evaluation and funded stages.
Two things still apply while a position is open. The maximum daily loss resets at 5 PM EST using the higher of balance or equity, and the Guardian Shield closes all open trades if floating loss reaches 2 percent, or 1 percent on the Instant account.
Below is a breakdown of how the Blue Guardian weekend holding rules apply across different account types and stages.
| Challenge Type | Evaluation Phase | Funded Phase |
|---|---|---|
| Instant (Standard) | N/A | Allowed |
| 1 Step (Standard) | Allowed | Allowed |
| 2 Step (Standard) | Allowed | Allowed |
| 2 Step (Pro) | Allowed | Allowed |
Breakdown by Account Type
Instant (Standard)
The Instant account has no evaluation phase. Weekend holding is allowed on the funded account. The Guardian Shield closes open trades at a 1 percent floating loss on Instant accounts, so size positions with that buffer in mind.
1 Step (Standard)
Weekend holding is allowed during the evaluation and on the funded account. Positions can be carried over the weekend, with the daily loss limit and Guardian Shield still active.
2 Step (Standard)
Weekend holding is allowed across both evaluation phases and the funded account. There is no requirement to close before the weekend.
2 Step (Pro)
The Pro account also allows weekend holding across both phases and the funded account. The same daily loss reset and Guardian Shield apply.
Swap and Triple Swap
Swap fees apply on positions held overnight and over the weekend, based on standard market conditions for each instrument. Blue Guardian 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 Blue Guardian, so weekend holding does not trigger a violation on any account. Two mechanics still apply while a trade is open. The maximum daily loss resets at 5 PM EST using the higher of balance or equity, and a weekend gap can push an account past that limit at Monday’s open. The Guardian Shield also closes all open trades if floating loss reaches 2 percent, or 1 percent on the Instant account.
Final Comments
Blue Guardian allows weekend holding across every account type and stage, which suits swing traders. The flexibility comes with two mechanics to plan around. The daily loss limit resets at 5 PM EST, and a weekend gap can breach it when the market reopens, while the Guardian Shield closes open trades at a 2 percent floating loss, or 1 percent on Instant.
Swap fees apply on positions held over the weekend, and weekend gap risk remains the trader’s responsibility. Sizing positions so a realistic Monday gap stays within the daily loss limit and the Guardian Shield buffer is the main thing to manage.
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FAQ
Is weekend holding allowed at Blue Guardian?
Yes. Blue Guardian allows holding positions overnight and over the weekend on all account types, across the evaluation and funded stages.
Is there a penalty for holding over the weekend?
No. There is no weekend specific rule. The risks are market based, mainly the weekend gap and the daily loss limit that resets at 5 PM EST.
What is the Guardian Shield?
A mechanism that closes all open trades if floating loss reaches 2 percent, or 1 percent on the Instant account. It can trigger on a weekend gap at the open.
Do swap fees apply over the weekend?
Yes. Swap fees apply on positions held overnight and over the weekend, based on standard market conditions for each instrument.
What is the main risk of holding over the weekend?
A weekend gap at Monday’s open can push the account past the daily loss limit or trigger the Guardian Shield, so position size should account for that.