FunderPro Futures Blog

Risk Management, Trading Skills

Micro E-mini Futures: The Complete Guide to Futures Scaling Up

Learn how to scale your futures trading with Micro E-mini contracts (MES, MNQ). Compare contract specs vs. Standard E-minis and master risk management with small capital.

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The Futures Trader’s Guide to Contract Rollover

Learn how Futures Contract Rollover works, avoid liquidation on ES, NQ, and Gold, and manage expiration dates with confidence and proper risk control.

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Why Most Day Traders Fail and How to Fix Your Trading Psychology

Discover why psychology drives day trading success and learn practical steps to rebuild discipline, break bad habits, and trade with confidence.

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Spot Forex vs. Forex Futures: What’s the Difference?

Discover how Forex Futures differ from Spot Forex in regulation, transparency, and structure. Learn why professional traders and prop firms prefer the futures market.

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Top 5 Futures Prop Firms for Consistent Payouts and Low Fees

Discover the best futures prop firms offering consistent payouts and transparent fees. See why FunderPro leads for professional traders.

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Best Futures Prop Trading Platforms: Rithmic, NinjaTrader, Tradovate

Explore Rithmic, NinjaTrader, and Tradovate: top futures prop trading platforms for speed, consistency, and discipline.

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5 AI Prompts for Futures Day Trading (2025 Guide)

5 AI prompts to sharpen futures day trading - volume profile, risk to TD/MDD, news tone, and trade psychology - built for FunderPro Futures.

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Emini S&P (ES) vs Micro Emini (MES): Which Contract Fits Your Prop Strategy Today

Compare ES vs MES futures on margin, tick value, and liquidity to choose the best S&P contract for your funded trading strategy.

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Nasdaq Futures Showdown: E-mini NQ vs Micro NQ for Funded Traders

E-mini NQ vs Micro NQ: Discover which contract offers better efficiency, risk control, and flexibility under prop firm rules.

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A Complete Guide to Futures Swing Trading Prop Firms in 2025

Explore how swing trading works in futures prop firms. Learn about drawdowns, scaling, rewards, and how to choose the right firm in 2025.

Risk Management, Trading, Trading Skills

End of Day vs Intraday Drawdown in Futures Prop Trading: What Traders Need to Know

Learn the difference between end of day and intraday drawdown in futures prop trading, with examples, strategies, and risk tips for funded traders.

Risk Management, Trading, Trading Skills

Understanding Tick Size and Value in Futures Contracts

Learn how tick size and tick value work in futures contracts, with real CME examples, to manage risk and trade effectively.

Risk Management, Trading, Trading Skills

Futures Margin Requirements Explained for Prop Traders

Learn how futures margin works, from initial to maintenance, and manage capital effectively in a prop trading environment.

Risk Management, Trading, Trading Skills

Avoiding Trailing Drawdown Violations in Futures Prop Trading

Learn how to avoid trailing drawdown breaches in futures prop trading, manage risk, and protect your funded account.

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Mastering the Psychology of Funded Futures Trading

Discover proven techniques to master the psychology of funded futures trading, maintain discipline, and protect your account for long-term success.

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The Role of Technology in Prop Futures Trading, Platforms, Automation, and the Edge

Explore how trading technology is shaping the future of proprietary futures trading. Learn how tools like automation, data analytics, and AI are giving funded traders a critical edge.

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Why Futures Traders Are Choosing Proprietary Firms in 2025

Explore why more futures traders are turning to proprietary trading firms in 2025. Discover the benefits of funded accounts, performance-driven rewards, and professional growth.

Risk Management, Trading Skills

How to Manage Leverage Effectively in Futures Trading

Learn how to manage leverage effectively as a futures trader, reduce risk exposure, and protect your funded account. Discover essential rules, real examples, and smart strategies to trade with confidence

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Proprietary Futures Trading in the UK: What You Need to Know in 2025

UK traders are switching to proprietary futures trading. Learn how it works, why it’s growing in 2025, and how to start with a funded account.

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The Future of Prop Futures Trading: Trends and Opportunities for 2025

Discover how the prop futures trading landscape is evolving in 2025. Explore the key trends, growth opportunities, and what they mean for funded traders aiming to stay ahead.

Risk Management

How to Protect Your Funded Account

Discover key risk management strategies used by successful traders in the futures prop trading space. Learn how to manage exposure, reduce drawdowns, and keep your funded account alive.

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How to Choose the Right Prop Trading Firm for Futures

Looking to trade futures with funded capital? Discover how to choose the best prop trading firm for futures, and what red flags and features to look out for as a professional trader.

Risk Management

Portfolio Diversification: The Ultimate Risk Management Technique

Effective portfolio diversification in futures trading is crucial for managing risk and achieving consistent profitability, especially for traders at proprietary trading firms who must demonstrate controlled performance to secure and maintain funded accounts.

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The Benefits of Engaging in Futures Prop Trading

Futures proprietary (prop) trading has emerged as a compelling pathway for traders aiming to increase their earnings without shouldering the full weight of capital or platform costs.

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Advanced Futures Trading Strategies: Going Beyond the Basics

Here’s a comprehensive look at advanced futures trading strategies designed to help serious traders elevate their performance. We’ll cover six key areas:

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Introduction to Futures Trading: A Beginner’s Guide

For beginners, understanding the basics of futures trading is key before you jump in. Even if you have experience in forex, this guide will help you broaden your trading horizons.

Risk Management

Understanding the Risks of Futures Prop Trading

Futures proprietary (prop) trading offers experienced traders the opportunity to trade large positions with capital provided by a prop firm.

Risk Management

Common Mistakes Traders Make in Funded Futures Accounts

Let's face it: many traders fall prey to common pitfalls that can quickly deplete their funded account capital. In this article, we will explore prevalent futures trading mistakes,

Trading Skills

How to Get a Funded Futures Account: A Step-by-Step Guide

A funded futures account is a game changer for traders who want to access significant capital without risking their own money (or for traders that simply want to scale their capital faster).

Risk Management

How Prop Firms Help You Manage Risk in Futures Trading

With rapid price fluctuations and unpredictable market movements, effective risk management is crucial to staying in the game of trading Futures.

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How to Trade Futures with a Small Account

Trading futures with a small account may seem daunting, but with the right approach, education, and risk management, you can build a profitable career.

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The Impact of Economic Data on Futures Markets

Economic data (also known by traders as new events) is the heartbeat of financial markets, offering critical insights into the health and direction of economies.