The Simple Definition
A proprietary trading firm (or "prop firm") is a company that provides traders with capital to trade financial markets.
The Deal:
They provide the capital. You don't risk your own money.
You provide the skill. Trade using your own strategy.
You share the profits. Keep up to 100% of what you make.
In simple terms: You trade, they fund, everyone wins.
How Does Prop Trading Work?
Prove your skills. Pass an evaluation challenge.
Get funded. Receive a funded account.
Trade and earn. Execute your strategy and generate profits.
Get paid. Withdraw your share of the profits.
Traditional vs. Modern Prop Firms
Aspect | Traditional Prop Firms | Modern Prop Firms (Upcomers) |
Location | Physical trading floors only | 100% online, trade from anywhere |
Accessibility | Limited to certain cities | Open to traders worldwide |
Requirements | Degrees, connections, experience | Just skill and discipline |
Flexibility | Fixed hours, office presence | Trade on your own schedule |
Growth | Limited by firm politics | Scale up to $4M+ based on performance |
Why Do Traders Choose Prop Firms?
No personal capital at risk. Trade without fear of losing your savings.
Higher buying power. Access $5K to $1,5M+ accounts.
Keep most profits. up to 100% profit split.
Professional structure. Rules keep you disciplined.
Unlimited growth. Scale your account as you prove yourself.
Trade without emotion. It's not your money on the line.
How Upcomers is Different
Global access: Traders from 165+ countries
up to 100% profit split: Industry's highest
Fastest in the industry
Scale to $4M: Grow your capital over time
No time limits: Take as long as you need
$10M+ cash reserves: Your payouts are guaranteed
24/7 support
Transparent rules: No hidden traps
Who Can Join a Prop Firm?
What you need:
A profitable trading strategy
Basic risk management skills
Discipline to follow rules
Age 18 or older
What you don't need:
Finance degree
Years of experience
Large bank account
Special connections
All you need is skill and consistency.
Is Prop Trading Right for You?
Prop trading is perfect if you are:
A skilled trader who lacks capital
Tired of risking your own money
Want to trade from anywhere
Looking for high profit potential
Ready to grow your trading career
Ready to Get Started?
"Where Talent Makes Way for Wealth"
You have the skill. We have the capital. Let's build your trading career together.
Profit split note: The standard Upcomers profit split is 90%. Depending on the option selected at checkout, it can be adjusted to 80% or 100%. Changing the profit split also changes the Challenge price. The selected profit split remains linked to that account. Accounts purchased under previous conditions retain the profit split assigned at the time of purchase.