Happy Friday Larkers! This is Lark Digest, and we’ve got a trader who’s made half a million dollars with FTMO — proving that dreams really do come true... or at least that someone out there figured out how to outsmart their stop-losses better than the rest of us!

On today’s menu:

• How this FTMO trader made $500,000 🤑 

• We Need Your Help 💁 

• How To Make Volatility Your Best Friend ✅ 

• What’s Happening In Canada & The UK? 🇨🇦🇬🇧 

How This FTMO Trader Made $500,000 🤑 

The goal with prop firms is to make money with them and, hopefully, a lot of money. But not everyone is good at that.

But one trader is going viral online for being the exception.

It’s a trader from Taiwan who isn’t just “pretty good” at this trading thing. They’re world-class.

Enter PigBaBa. 🇹🇼 

PigBaBa is currently up $402,564 on his $400,000 FTMO account. That’s a gain of just over 100%. 🤯 

But that’s not the craziest part.

At the market close on Monday, his account was above $1,000,000. 🤑 

Yes, that’s a lot of zeroes. It means his max gain is around 150%.

Let’s dive into this.

1/ Is This History? 🥇 

This could be a moment for the FTMO history books.

Actually, for the entire prop trading world.

PigBaBa’s gain of over 100% on a funded account is practically unheard of.

Most traders would pop champagne at a 10% return, but this guy hit triple digits like it’s just another Tuesday.

And get this—his account briefly crossed the $1,000,000 mark. That’s six zeros, folks.

This is one for the Trading Hall of Fame.

But if you know of a bigger payout, reply to this email and let us know!

2/ Will He Receive His Payout? 👀 

Now, here’s where things get spicy.

A trader’s #1 concern these days is whether or not their payout will be honoured or denied.

Thankfully though, FTMO is one of, if not the largest firm in the industry and having been around since 2015, I don’t think there will be any issues here.

But the question is, when will PigBaBa actually request a payout? 🤔 

We’ll be watching closely.

3/ Is This Trading Or Gambling? 🎲 

Let’s talk about risk.

On Monday alone, PigBaBa lost $120,000. That’s the kind of loss that makes you rethink your life choices.

So, is this trading or just high-stakes gambling?

When you’re chasing gains this massive, it’s easy to forget the risks.

Sure, the rewards are huge, but so is the potential for loss.

The line between calculated risk and rolling the dice is thin, and PigBaBa is walking it like a tightrope.

Make no mistake—trading at this level is not for the faint of heart.

🧑‍🚀 Lark Digest Take: This is so exciting to watch. While it looks like risk management is an afterthought, we’re excited to see what happens.

We Need Your Help! 💁 

We want to know what kind of content you’d like to see more from us!

As we continue to build the #1 newsletter for traders, we always want your feedback. 👇️ 

Market Mayhem: How Volatility Became Your Best Friend ✅

If you blinked this week, you might’ve missed the rollercoaster that just took over the financial markets. 🎢 From jaw-dropping losses to epic recoveries, traders were left wondering if they should be clinging to their screens or reaching for the aspirin.

Here’s the quick and dirty rundown:

• Bitcoin: It took a nosedive, dropping 28% to $49,000. But just when everyone thought crypto winter had arrived, it rebounded 25% to $62,000. 🚀

• Nikkei: After a brutal start, the Nikkei pulled off a 17% recovery. Looks like the samurai spirit is alive and well. 🗡️

• Gold: The safe-haven didn't stay down for long, recovering almost 3%. Shine on, you crazy metal. 🌟

• S&P500: The stock market wasn't about to be left out, recovering over 4% after its early week plunge. 📈

1/ Think For Yourself, Not the Crowd

Early in the week, the doom and gloom crowd was out in full force. “We’re in for more pain,” they said. “Don’t buy the dip,” they warned. Well, fast forward a few days and those same folks are probably feeling a bit sheepish.

Here’s the deal: the crowd is often wrong. ❌ 

It's easy to get swept up in the negative sentiment, but that’s exactly why pessimistic people stay poor. The market isn’t about following the herd—it’s about thinking for yourself, taking calculated risks, and seizing opportunities when everyone else is panicking.

2/ Looking Ahead: What’s Next?

Next week is set to be another action-packed one on the economic calendar. Buckle up, because the ride isn’t over yet:

• Tuesday brings GBP employment data and US PPI. These numbers will give us insight into labor market strength and inflation pressures.

• Wednesday is a triple threat: UK inflation data, European employment numbers, and US inflation data. These reports are likely to stir up some serious volatility.

The VIX, aka the “fear gauge,” has come down significantly from its highs earlier this week, but don’t let that lull you into a false sense of security. We’re still in a highly reactive market, and next week’s data could set off the next wave of moves.

Remember, this week’s wild swings are a reminder that in trading, you’ve got to stay nimble, think independently, and be ready to pivot at a moment’s notice.

The market doesn’t wait for anyone, so keep your eyes on the prize and don’t let the noise drown out your strategy.

Who knows? Next week might just be your chance to make history.

☕️ Pre-Market Fuel

1. Bitcoin keeps crushing it. It’s added more than $100 billion to its market cap in the last 24 hours.

2. Uh, Oh, Canada 🇨🇦 Canada’s credit card debt hits a historic high.

3. What’s happening in the UK? 🇬🇧 

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