What is the comp/risk formula for prop traders at FirstNewYork ?

basically, what the title says...What is the comp formula for prop traders (2-3 years of experience, profitable) at FirstNewYork ?

Also, how much would they allow a junior trader to lose before they get stopped out / fired? 50k? 500k?

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