News Event Restriction (Funded Accounts)
Traders are prohibited from opening or closing trades during the following window:
⏰ 2 minutes before to 2 minutes after any scheduled high-impact news event.
This rule applies to:
Live simulated (funded) accounts only
High-impact news events marked on major economic calendars
Trading instruments directly affected by the currency in the news release
❗Important: Evaluation accounts (phases 1&2) are not affected by this rule.
What is a High-Impact News Event?
High-impact events are economic releases that can significantly move markets. These are typically marked with a red folder on platforms like:
Examples include:
Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP)
Interest Rate Decisions (FOMC, ECB, BoE, etc.)
CPI, GDP, Unemployment Rate Reports
💱 What Instruments Are Affected?
Any trading pair or asset that includes the currency referenced in the news release is considered affected.
Example:
If U.S. CPI is scheduled at 08:30 EST, then all USD pairs (e.g., EURUSD, GBPUSD, USDJPY) are subject to this restriction from 08:28 to 08:32 EST
❓FAQs
Q1: Can I hold trades open through news?
Yes. You may maintain open positions—but you must not open or close any trades during the restricted window.
Q2: What happens if I violate the news trading rule?
You may receive a warning for a first offense. Repeated or clear violations can lead to trade invalidation or account termination with loss of profits.
Q3: Where can I track news events?
We recommend using:
Be sure to set your timezone correctly and monitor upcoming events relevant to your trades.
Q4: Does this apply during the Evaluation or Challenge Phase?
No. This restriction only applies to funded accounts.
🔒 Why We Enforce This Rule
News events often cause extreme volatility and unpredictable spreads. Restricting trade actions during these moments helps ensure:
Platform integrity
Fair execution across users
Protection from server overload and slippage exploitation
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