The percentage of trading profits that a funded trader receives from the prop firm. Profit share is the trader's portion of the overall profit split — in an 80/20 split, the trader's profit share is 80%.
Why It Matters
- 1Profit share is one of the most important factors in determining your take-home income from prop trading — but it should always be evaluated alongside other costs like monthly fees, commissions, and evaluation expenses, especially early in your trading career when profits may be modest.
- 2Some firms advertise up to 100% profit share.
- 3This sounds appealing but typically comes with higher evaluation fees, monthly fees, or stricter trading rules — always calculate the total cost, not just the headline percentage.
Example
- 1You request a $2,000 payout from your funded account.
- 2Via bank wire, you receive the funds within 2-3 business days — fees vary depending on your bank and the firm's processor.
- 3Via USDT, you receive the equivalent of $2,000 within hours with minimal network fees and no price volatility risk since USDTis pegged to the dollar.
Common Mistakes
- ✖Not setting up your payout method before requesting your first withdrawal, causing delays
- ✖Choosing a payout method with high fees for frequent small withdrawals
- ✖Not accounting for currency conversion fees if you're paid in a different currency
- ✖Assuming all payout methods are available at every firm — always check before purchasing an evaluation