The full answer
Both balance and equity can matter depending on the rule being calculated.
Always monitor the official dashboard metrics rather than focusing solely on closed profit.
Breaches & edge cases
I made a profit today but my equity is below my balance. Which number matters?
Both balance and equity can matter depending on the rule being calculated.
Related questions
Breaches & edge cases
I hit my profit target and then dropped below it. Did I still pass?
An Evaluation passes once its conditions are satisfied and confirmed - briefly touching the target while positions are still open is not a pass.
Breaches & edge cases
My trade went negative because of spread immediately after opening. Does that count?
Yes. Trading costs and floating P&L form part of the account's trading performance.
Breaches & edge cases
I accidentally opened a position that was too large. Can Support delete it?
No. Trades placed on the account normally remain part of your trading history.
Breaches & edge cases
I closed the bad trade immediately. Does that remove a breach?
No. If a hard breach occurred before the trade was closed, closing it afterwards does not reverse that breach.
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