Yes, news trading is allowed on Hantec Trader Challenge Accounts without restrictions. Traders are free to open, manage, and close positions during news releases while in the evaluation phase.
However, different rules apply once you are trading on a Funded Account or Instant Account.
News Trading Restrictions (Funded & Instant Accounts)
Trading during high-impact news events is restricted on Funded and Instant Accounts.
A restricted window applies 3 minutes before and 3 minutes after any high-impact news event (total of 6 minutes).
High-impact news events are determined based on listings from www.forexfactory.com for example.
If any trades are opened, closed, or active within this restricted window, our system may:
Automatically close all open trades at the current market price, and
Issue a soft breach on the account.
What is a Soft Breach?
A soft breach is a warning indicating that a trading rule has been violated.
It does not immediately result in account termination.
However, repeated violations may lead to stricter actions, including escalation to a hard breach, which can result in account loss.
Additional Notes on News Trading
Traders should be aware that news events can cause high volatility, rapid price movements, and slippage.
Execution prices for Stop Loss, Take Profit, and pending orders may not be honored during these periods due to market conditions.
Proper risk management is strongly recommended when trading around news events.
Disclaimer: Trading during news events involves rapid market fluctuations, increased volatility, and potential execution risks. The requested execution price for Stop Loss, Take Profit, and other Pending Orders may not be honored during these periods due to slippage. Traders should always exercise caution and ensure a full understanding of the risks involved in news trading.
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