Prepare events inside the terminal
The public calendar explains the method. In the terminal, you can connect releases to news, watched markets and the chart.
- Spot CPI, NFP, FOMC, PCE and Fed speech windows.
- Cross-check actual, forecast and previous with DXY, US yields and XAU/USD.
- Prepare the session before event risk catches you late.
The most sensitive announcements
CPI, PCE, NFP, unemployment, retail sales, PMI, FOMC and Fed speeches are often the most watched events. Their impact depends on the consensus, the previous figure and the market context.
Why Post Time Matters
The minutes around a major announcement can concentrate a lot of volatility. Even a good analysis can become fragile if the timing ignores event risk.
Read the figure in context
A number higher than expected does not always produce the same reaction. If the market had already anticipated a restrictive Fed, XAU/USD's response may be more nuanced.
Prepare rather than endure
The schedule is used to decide before publication: wait, reduce the risk, observe the first reaction or seek confirmation after the initial noise.
Common questions
Which economic numbers matter most for XAU/USD?
US figures related to inflation, employment, growth and the Fed are often the most important because they influence the dollar and yields.
Should you trade exactly during announcements?
Not necessarily. Many traders prefer to wait until the first wave of volatility calms down before evaluating a scenario.
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