At the heart of the market, execution is everything.

Prop traders trust us to deliver the speed and reliability they need to stay ahead.

Prop traders are always at the heart of the action on the markets. Make sure you can execute with excellence. Use a broker that never stops working to support you.

The world of prop trading is gritty. When you live and breathe trading, results matter. Get the service you want by working with a broker that has your back.

As a self-clearing, direct-market-access firm with global experience across multiple asset classes, we offer a wide range of solutions to prop traders of all sizes. Explore our award-winning¹ trading tools, engineers to support your strategies and execute your trades with speed and dependability. With our high-touch customer support through our Private Brokerage Concierge team, our custom solutions are designed to help you achieve your goals on time and on budget.

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Execution services

You’re an expert seeing the market’s direction. We’re experts in anticipating the needs of traders.

Support for 30+ advanced order options, including active and passive intra-market sweeps as well as time- and volume-weighted algorithms
Smart routing technology with configurable order routing
Direct market access across multiple asset classes, including equities, options, futures, and futures options
Access to short locates and other intel, including more than 100 years of historic market data
Measurable price improvements and high execution speeds for our customers. Learn more

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Trading technology

Performance is fueled by sound analysis. See the difference a platform built for traders can make.

Advanced analytics and trading software, including our sophisticated options and futures platforms
Algorithmic and automated trading solutions
Strategy development and backtesting tools
Third-party software integrations, including CQG, ETNA, Trading Technology, and more
Web and FIX API protocols
Deep customization via EasyLanguage®, our proprietary coding language based on English syntax

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Private Brokerage

Even prop traders need to reach the trade desk. We’re ready to take your call.

Individualized solutions built specifically to meet your firm’s needs
Custom pricing, including negotiable margin rates, credit interest rates, fully paid security lending, and more
Direct access to your own Concierge team to handle questions and help grow your business with TradeStation
Personalized sessions to configure your platform to support your trading and risk-management strategies
Library of tools and resources to refine platform skills and help find alpha

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Proprietary traders FAQs

Does TradeStation offer custom pricing for high-volume prop trading firms?

Yes. TradeStation provides custom pricing for proprietary trading firms, including negotiable margin rates, credit interest rates, and volume-based fee structures. Fully paid securities lending opportunities are also available. Contact the institutional sales team for a pricing consultation. Fees and charges may apply and are subject to change.

Can prop firms access short locates through TradeStation?

TradeStation provides access to short locates and securities lending inventory for proprietary trading firms. The platform includes more than 100 years of historical market data to support strategy development. Short selling involves significant risk, including the possibility of unlimited losses.

What backtesting and analytics tools does TradeStation provide for prop desks?

TradeStation’s platforms include full-portfolio Monte Carlo analysis, EasyLanguage® for custom strategy development and backtesting, over 100 years of historical and real-time market data for reference, and sandbox environments for simulated trading. These tools are designed to support quantitative and discretionary strategy development. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

How does TradeStation support automated and algorithmic trading for prop firms?

TradeStation gives prop firms access to algos such as VWAP, TWAP, and POV, 30+ advanced order types, and EasyLanguage scripting for backtesting and automated execution. It's all backed by self-clearing infrastructure with built-in pre/post-trade controls and audit trails, custom pricing, and dedicated Concierge support.

What dedicated support do prop trading firms receive?

Prop trading firms receive individualized solutions, a dedicated Concierge team, personalized platform configuration sessions, and direct access to experienced trading professionals. Priority escalation paths and dedicated institutional support channels are available. Support scope may vary by account type.

Solutions designed for professional prop trading firms

Connect with our Institutional Sales Desk to discuss institutional-grade market access, advanced order types, and high-speed execution.

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