Carry Trading

Earn swap income on interest rate differentials — firms with favorable rollover.

What is Carry trading?

El carry trading se basa en aprovechar el diferencial de tasas de interés entre dos divisas. Compras la divisa con mayor tasa y vendes la de menor tasa para ganar el swap diario.

Why firm choice matters for Carry trading

Carry trading requires overnight holding and positive swap rates. Some prop firms charge high swap fees or restrict overnight positions, making carry trades unviable.

What to look for

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Top prop firms for Carry trading

  1. FTMO — trust 9.0/10 (A+), 80/20 – 90/10 split, from $155 – $1,080
  2. Alpha Capital Group — trust 8.8/10 (A), 80/20 split, from $50 – $997
  3. FundedNext — trust 8.6/10 (A), 80/20 – 95/5 split, from $49.99 – $1,049.99
  4. The5ers — trust 8.4/10 (A), 50/50 – 100/0 split, from $39 – $1,250
  5. City Traders Imperium — trust 8.0/10 (A), 80/20 – 100/0 split, from $39 – $589
  6. My Funded Futures — trust 8.8/10 (A), 80/20 – 90/10 split, from $57 – $449/mo
  7. FXIFY — trust 7.6/10 (B+), 75/25 – 90/10 (up to 100% with add-on) split, from $39 – $1,599
  8. Tradeify — trust 8.3/10 (A), 100/0 first $15K, then 90/10 split, from $65 – $221 (one-time)
  9. Audacity Capital — trust 7.3/10 (B+), 75/25 – 90/10 split, from $49 – $1,499
  10. Apex Trader Funding — trust 8.2/10 (A), 100/0 split, from $249 – $657 (one-time)

Tips for Carry trading

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  • Calcula tu punto de equilibrio: si el swap gana $5/día por lote, un movimiento de 50 pips en contra anula 10 días de swap.

Frequently asked questions

Can I earn swap income at a prop firm?

Yes, if the firm uses standard (non-swap-free) accounts. However, swap rates at prop firms may differ from retail brokers. Check the specific rates before committing.

Which pairs are best for carry trading?

Pares con gran diferencial como AUD/JPY, NZD/JPY y USD/TRY.

How long do I need to hold for carry trading?

Minimum 1-2 weeks to accumulate meaningful swap income. Monthly holds are ideal. This makes 'no time limit' evaluations essential.

Do prop firms offer triple swap on Wednesdays?

Most do, following standard forex convention. Wednesday rollover includes weekend swap (3x), which can significantly boost carry income.

Is carry trading risky during rate decisions?

Extremely. A surprise rate cut can cause 200-500 pip moves against your carry position AND eliminate future swap income. Always reduce exposure before central bank meetings.

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