Research profile
Profile data updated: September 4, 2026
18th Street Trading
Note
Official website, FAQ, qualification, progression, risk-disclosure, and live signup pages verified 2026-09-04. Firm founder also submitted a directory request stating the firm launched this week.
Futures proprietary trading firm with one public $50,000 qualification and an invitation-only progression pathway to larger simulated capital allocations.
- Headquarters
- —
- Founded
- 2026
- Funding model
- Evaluation Based
- Geographic availability
U.S.:Not clearly stated
May suit
traders focused on futures; traders comfortable with an evaluation phase; traders who want a published scaling path.
Consider alternatives if
you require exchange-traded equities, options.
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Overview
What this firm is and who it serves
18th Street Trading is a futures proprietary trading firm founded by Jay R. Pocius. Its public entry point is a $50,000 simulated Qualification. The published pathway progresses from a $50,000 Funded Trader account to invitation-only $100,000 Institutional Trader and $150,000 Capital Partner qualifications. Larger allocations cannot be purchased directly and progression is reviewed individually by the founder.
At a glance
Structured facts about this firm
- Firm Type
- Evaluation Based prop firm
- Market Focus
- Futures
- Trading Style
- News trading permitted
- Retail Accessibility
- Open to retail traders via evaluation
- Geographic availability
- Global (some jurisdictions excluded)
- Known For
- Single $50K public qualification
Funding programs
Account types and the path to capital
Evaluation
50K Qualification
SourceThe firm's only public entry point: a $50,000 simulated futures assessment with a 6% growth target, 3% end-of-day trailing loss, no daily loss limit, 33.33% consistency requirement, and minimum 3 trading days.
| Account | Fee | Monthly | Target | Drawdown | Contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $149 | $0 | 6% | $1,500 | 3 standard / 30 micro |
| $50K | $171 | $0 | 6% | $1,500 | 3 standard / 30 micro |
| $50K | $201 | $0 | 6% | $1,500 | 3 standard / 30 micro |
- Profit split
- 80%
- Payouts
- On demand
- First payout
- On request after funded gains, subject to consistency, buffer, good standing, and payout review.
- Max allocation
- $50,000
- Max drawdown
- 3% (eod trailing)
- Min trading days
- 3
- Platforms
- DXFutures, Volumetrica, Rithmic
Scaling
Successful traders may later be considered for invitation-only $100K Institutional Trader and $150K Capital Partner qualifications.
Pricing notes
One-time qualification fee varies by platform; $149 activation fee after passing; no recurring subscription.
Trading rules
What's allowed, what isn't
Asset classes supported
Scaling rules
Progression is not automatic. Traders may be invited to private $100K Institutional Trader and $150K Capital Partner qualifications after founder review of their professional record.
Related terms: trailing drawdown · consistency rule · profit split
Platforms & technology
Where and how you trade
Supported platforms
Payout structure
How and when you get paid
18th Street Trading FAQs
Based on terms reviewed September 4, 2026
What should traders verify before choosing 18th Street Trading?+
Review the specific program's drawdown rules, payout eligibility, prohibited strategies, platform availability, refund terms and any country restrictions before purchasing. Terms can differ between programs at the same firm. This profile summarizes the latest documented terms we found, but traders should confirm the current rules directly with 18th Street Trading before purchasing.
Does 18th Street Trading offer evaluation and instant-funding options?+
18th Street Trading offers an evaluation (challenge) path. Program rules, fees and payout terms can differ between paths, so confirm the terms of the specific program you intend to buy.
How do 18th Street Trading's payouts and profit split work?+
The published profit split is up to 80% of net profits to the trader, depending on the program; payouts are processed on a first payout on request; subsequent payouts every 30 days basis; first payout eligibility: First funded-account payout may be requested without a waiting period, subject to the published 33.33% consistency requirement, 3% non-withdrawable buffer, good standing, and payout review.. Payout eligibility begins after the applicable program cycle, and program-specific terms should be confirmed directly with the firm.
How does 18th Street Trading's scaling plan work?+
18th Street Trading publishes a scaling ceiling of up to $150,000 through scaling. Progression is not automatic. Traders may be invited to private $100K Institutional Trader and $150K Capital Partner qualifications after founder review of their professional record. A scaling ceiling is the maximum allocation reachable over time — not the size of an initial funded account.
What are 18th Street Trading's main drawdown and trading restrictions?+
Based on the documented terms we reviewed: news trading is allowed, overnight holding is restricted, weekend holding is restricted. Drawdown type and consistency requirements can vary by program, so check the rulebook for the exact program before purchase.
Which platforms and markets are available at 18th Street Trading?+
Platforms: DXFutures, Volumetrica, Rithmic. Markets: futures. Availability can differ by program and by region — confirm on the firm's platform and product pages before purchasing.
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