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E8 Markets Weekend Holding Rule
The Simple Answer
Weekend holding at E8 Markets depends on the program. On E8 One and E8 Pro, overnight and weekend holding are allowed on all stages. On E8 Signature, weekend holding is not allowed, and positions are closed automatically at 23:00 server time each day, with trading reopening at 00:15 server time.
All of the current E8 products are single phase challenge models, so the same weekend rule applies on the challenge account and the funded account within each program. E8 uses a simulated platform that tracks real market conditions, so weekend gap risk applies on instruments that do not trade over the weekend.
Below is a breakdown of how the E8 Markets weekend holding rules apply across different account types and stages.
| Challenge Type | Evaluation Phase | Funded Phase |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Step (E8 One) | Allowed | Allowed |
| 1 Step (E8 Pro) | Allowed | Allowed |
| 1 Step (E8 Signature) | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
Breakdown by Account Type
1 Step (E8 One)
Overnight and weekend holding are allowed on all stages of E8 One, on both the challenge account and the funded account. Positions can be kept open over the weekend, with weekend gap risk carried by the trader.
1 Step (E8 Pro)
E8 Pro also allows overnight and weekend holding on all stages. There is no requirement to close positions before the weekend on either the challenge or the funded account.
1 Step (E8 Signature)
On E8 Signature, weekend holding is not allowed. All positions are closed automatically at 23:00 server time each day, and trading reopens at 00:15 server time. This applies on both the challenge and the funded account, so positions cannot be carried into the weekend.
Swap and Triple Swap
Swap fees apply on positions held overnight or over the weekend on the programs that allow it, based on standard market conditions for each instrument. E8 Markets 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
On E8 One and E8 Pro there is no weekend restriction, so weekend holding does not trigger a violation. On E8 Signature, weekend holding is not available rather than penalised. Positions are closed automatically at 23:00 server time each day and trading reopens at 00:15 server time, so a position cannot be carried into the weekend in the first place. Because the platform tracks real market conditions, any gap, slippage, or widened spread that causes a breach is the trader’s responsibility.
Final Comments
E8 Markets sets its weekend holding policy by program. E8 One and E8 Pro allow overnight and weekend holding across all stages, which suits swing trading. E8 Signature does not allow weekend holding, since all positions close automatically at 23:00 server time each day and reopen at 00:15 server time.
Traders who want to hold positions over the weekend should choose E8 One or E8 Pro. Swap fees apply on overnight and weekend positions, and because the platform replicates real market conditions, weekend gap risk on instruments that do not trade over the weekend remains the trader’s responsibility.
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FAQ
Is weekend holding allowed at E8 Markets?
It depends on the program. E8 One and E8 Pro allow weekend holding on all stages. E8 Signature does not allow it.
Why can I not hold over the weekend on E8 Signature?
On E8 Signature, all positions are closed automatically at 23:00 server time each day and trading reopens at 00:15 server time, so positions cannot be carried into the weekend.
Does the rule differ between the challenge and funded account?
No. Each program applies the same weekend rule on both the challenge account and the funded account, since all current products are single phase models.
Do swap fees apply when holding overnight?
Yes. On the programs that allow weekend holding, swap fees apply on positions held overnight or over the weekend, based on standard market conditions.
Is there a penalty for weekend holding on E8 One or E8 Pro?
No. There is no weekend restriction on those programs. The main risk is the weekend gap on instruments that do not trade over the weekend.