FTMO Launched New Futures Trading Program
The firm introduced two new account tiers for futures traders using simulated evaluation and funded accounts.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Stock Markets
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FTMO has launched a futures trading program featuring Growth and Pro account options. This expansion follows years of user requests and builds on the firm's history of supporting millions of traders.
Why it matters
The company moved into the futures space to satisfy long-term requests from its user base. By adding these options, the platform broadens its service offerings for international traders seeking simulated account environments.
The new program offers account sizes of $50,000, $100,000, and $150,000 with a 90% profit share for traders. Payout caps for these accounts range from $5,000 to $8,000 depending on the selected size.
The players
FTMO
An international platform that provides simulated evaluation and funded account services to millions of traders across 140 countries.
The details
Traders can access the platform via Tradovate, NinjaTrader, and TradingView to manage their simulated accounts. The system utilizes an end-of-day trailing maximum drawdown that adjusts according to gains based on the account balance.
Timeline
FTMO began its operations in 2015.
The futures trading program was launched on September 21, 2026.
OANDA brokerage operations separated from its prop-trading unit in March 2026.
Market Dynamics
The expansion follows the rise of independent proprietary trading platforms, signaling a move to capture the growing retail futures market. This development reflects a broader industry shift toward diversifying simulated trading services to compete for a global user base.
Traders can now leverage $50,000 to $150,000 in simulated capital across established software platforms. Users should note that the Pro plan carries a hard daily loss limit while the Growth plan operates with a soft limit.
The takeaway
The move demonstrates a strategic effort to integrate futures trading into existing simulated account ecosystems. Traders should carefully weigh the difference between hard and soft daily loss limits when choosing between the Growth and Pro plans.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by FinanceFeeds.
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