What Is Economic News?
Economic news is information about the economy that can influence financial markets.
Examples include:
- Inflation
- Employment
- GDP
- Interest rates
- Retail sales
- Manufacturing data
- Consumer confidence
- Central-bank announcements
Why Does News Matter?
Markets are constantly trying to price in expectations about the future.
When new information arrives, traders may adjust their expectations.
This can cause buying or selling.
High-Impact News
Some events can cause significant volatility.
Examples include:
- Central-bank interest-rate decisions
- Inflation releases
- Employment reports
- Major central-bank speeches
Beginner Rule
Before trading, know what major scheduled events are coming.
You don’t necessarily have to trade the news.
In fact, beginners may choose to avoid entering around major releases until they understand how volatility and execution behave.
Disclaimer
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 69% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
