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ThinkCapital Weekend Holding Rule
The Simple Answer
Overnight holding is allowed on all ThinkCapital account types, on both the Challenge and the funded account. Weekend holding depends on the program. It is allowed on Lightning, Nexus, and the Dual Step Swing account, on both the Challenge and the funded stages.
Weekend holding is not allowed on the Dual Step Intraday and the Bolt instant accounts. On the funded Dual Step Intraday and Bolt accounts, all trades must be closed before Friday 21:00 UTC, and holding past that deadline is a hard breach that terminates the account.
Below is a breakdown of how the ThinkCapital weekend holding rules apply across different account types and stages.
| Challenge Type | Evaluation Phase | Funded Phase |
|---|---|---|
| Instant (Bolt) | N/A | Not Allowed |
| 1 Step (Lightning) | Allowed | Allowed |
| 2 Step (Dual Step Swing) | Allowed | Allowed |
| 2 Step (Dual Step Intraday) | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
Breakdown by Account Type
Instant (Bolt)
The Bolt instant account has no evaluation phase. Weekend holding is not allowed. All trades must be closed before Friday 21:00 UTC, and holding past that deadline is a hard breach that terminates the account.
1 Step (Lightning)
Weekend holding is allowed on the Lightning program during the Challenge and on the funded account. Overnight holding is also allowed. The Nexus program follows the same weekend rule and allows weekend holding on both stages.
2 Step (Dual Step Swing)
The Dual Step Swing account allows weekend holding on both the Challenge and the funded account. Positions can be carried over the weekend with no requirement to close before Friday.
2 Step (Dual Step Intraday)
The Dual Step Intraday account does not allow weekend holding. On the funded Intraday account, all trades must be closed before Friday 21:00 UTC, and holding past that deadline is a hard breach. On the Intraday Challenge account, weekend holding is not permitted, though holding over the weekend there does not cause a hard breach.
Swap and Triple Swap
Swap fees apply on positions held overnight and over the weekend, based on standard market conditions for each instrument. ThinkCapital 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 Lightning, Nexus, and Dual Step Swing accounts there is no weekend restriction, so weekend holding does not trigger a violation. On the funded Dual Step Intraday and Bolt accounts, all trades must be closed before Friday 21:00 UTC, and holding past that deadline is a hard breach that terminates the account. On the Dual Step Intraday Challenge account, weekend holding is not permitted, but holding over the weekend does not cause a hard breach there.
Final Comments
ThinkCapital sets its weekend holding policy by program. Overnight holding is allowed everywhere, but weekend holding is only available on Lightning, Nexus, and the Dual Step Swing account, on both the Challenge and the funded stages. The Dual Step Intraday and Bolt accounts do not allow it.
Traders who want to hold over the weekend should choose Lightning, Nexus, or the Dual Step Swing account. On the funded Intraday and Bolt accounts, close trades before Friday 21:00 UTC to avoid a hard breach. Swap costs apply on positions held over the weekend, and weekend gap risk remains the trader’s responsibility.
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FAQ
Is weekend holding allowed at ThinkCapital?
It depends on the program. It is allowed on Lightning, Nexus, and the Dual Step Swing account, but not on the Dual Step Intraday or Bolt accounts.
What happens if I hold over the weekend on a Bolt or Intraday funded account?
All trades must be closed before Friday 21:00 UTC. Holding past that deadline is a hard breach that terminates the account.
Is overnight holding allowed at ThinkCapital?
Yes. Overnight holding is allowed on all account types, on both the Challenge and the funded account.
Which ThinkCapital account is best for weekend holding?
Lightning, Nexus, or the Dual Step Swing account, since they all allow weekend holding on both stages.
Do swap fees apply over the weekend?
Yes. On the programs that allow weekend holding, swap fees apply on positions held overnight or over the weekend, based on standard market conditions.