HalcyonTraderFunding Eliminates Payout Buffer and Reduces Prices by 10%

HalcyonTraderFunding has implemented significant changes to its Reward accounts, effective for all purchases made starting August 8, 2026. The most notable update is the complete removal of the mandatory buffer, alongside a general price reduction across its entire account range.

Buffer Elimination: Faster Access to Profits

The most critical change for traders is the removal of the buffer. Previously, to request a withdrawal, the account had to exceed a mandatory cushion calculated as the drawdown amount plus $100. This capital was locked and could not be withdrawn.

Under the new rules, traders only need to be above the initial account balance to be eligible for a reward. There is no longer a locked amount that must be built or maintained before the first withdrawal, allowing for much earlier access to earnings.

The +$100 Loss Limit Nuance

It is essential to understand that the +$100 rule is not disappearing but changing its timing.

• Before: The loss limit was set at initial balance + $100 while building the buffer.
• Now: The maximum loss limit is permanently set at initial balance + $100 automatically once the first reward is approved.

Price Reductions Across All Accounts

The firm has applied a discount of approximately 9-10% on its evaluation costs and reset fees. The new list prices for the most popular accounts are:

• Lite Accounts: 25K drops to $117, 50K to $173, and 150K to $324.
• Prime Accounts: 25K drops to $129, 50K to $205, and 150K to $358.

Operational Rules Remaining in Place

Despite these improvements in capital access, Halcyon maintains its consistency and risk management requirements:

• Trading Days: 8 trading days are required before each reward request (the counter resets after each approved withdrawal).
• Minimum Daily Profit: In 6 of those 8 days, a minimum of $100 (25K account), $200 (50K), or $350 (150K) must be reached.
• Withdrawal Limits: The minimum per request is $250. The maximum is capped at 50% of profits, with limits of $1,000, $2,000, or $3,000 depending on account size.
• 40% Consistency Rule: This rule remains active exclusively for Halcyon Prime accounts, while Lite accounts remain without a consistency rule.
• Profit Split: The 90/10 split in favor of the trader remains unchanged.