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Forex Economic Calendar Guide 2026 – NFP, CPI & FOMC Times

Understand high-impact economic events like NFP, CPI, and FOMC, and learn how to trade them with prop firms.

Economic events move markets. This guide explains the most important releases and how prop firms treat news trading.

NFP

Non-Farm Payrolls is released on the first Friday of every month and often creates the biggest intraday moves.

CPI

Consumer Price Index data influences central bank policy and is a major volatility event.

FOMC

Federal Reserve rate decisions and press conferences cause significant dollar moves.

Using an Economic Calendar

Forex Factory and TradingView offer calendars showing event times, expected values, and actuals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is NFP released?

NFP is typically released at 8:30 AM ET on the first Friday of each month.

Can you trade news with funded accounts?

Yes, if the prop firm allows news trading. Many explicitly permit it, while others restrict during high-impact events.

Where can I find an economic calendar?

Forex Factory, TradingView, and Myfxbook are popular free calendars.

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