Why news matters
Economic releases, central-bank decisions, geopolitical developments, and company-specific events can cause rapid changes in market prices.
During important events, volatility and liquidity conditions can change quickly.
Trading around major events
A trader should know which scheduled events may affect the instruments being traded and understand the risks of entering positions immediately before or after major announcements.
Some strategies are specifically designed for event-driven markets, while others may be better suited to calmer conditions.
Risk considerations
Rapid price movement can increase slippage and make execution different from the expected entry or exit price.
For this reason, event-based trading requires particularly clear risk controls and realistic expectations about execution.
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