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FTUK News Trading Rule
The Simple Answer
News trading is fully allowed on the Instant Funding account. On the 1 Step, 2 Step, and Flex Challenge accounts, news trading is not allowed by default. Traders must purchase the News Trading add-on to unlock it. Without the add-on, trading within 5 minutes before or after a high-impact news event results in an account breach.
Below is a breakdown of how the FTUK news trading rules apply across different account types and stages.
| Challenge Type | Evaluation Phase | Funded Phase |
|---|---|---|
| Instant | N/A | Allowed |
| 1 Step | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
| 1 Step (Flex) | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
| 2 Step | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
Breakdown by Account Type
Instant
There is no evaluation phase for this account. News trading is fully allowed on the Instant funded account across all levels. No restrictions apply.
1 Step
News trading is not allowed during the evaluation or funded phase by default. Traders cannot open or close trades within 5 minutes before or after a high-impact news event. Violating this rule results in an immediate account breach. News trading can be unlocked by purchasing the News Trading add-on at checkout.
1 Step (Flex)
News trading is not allowed during the evaluation or funded phase by default. The same 5-minute restriction applies and a violation results in an immediate account breach. The News Trading add-on is not available for the Flex Challenge.
2 Step
News trading is not allowed during either evaluation phase or the funded phase by default. No trades may be opened or closed within 5 minutes before or after a high-impact news event. Violating this rule results in an immediate account breach. News trading can be unlocked by purchasing the News Trading add-on at checkout.
Warning System for News Rule Violations
FTUK does not operate a warning system for news trading violations. On the 1 Step, Flex, and 2 Step accounts, trading within the 5-minute restricted window without the News Trading add-on results in an immediate account breach. There are no warnings before consequences are applied.
Final Comments
FTUK takes a clear split approach to news trading. The Instant Funding account permits it freely across all levels with no restrictions. The 1 Step, Flex, and 2 Step accounts prohibit it by default, with a hard breach on violation. Traders on these accounts who want to trade news must purchase the News Trading add-on at checkout. The Flex Challenge is the only account type where the add-on is not available, making it unsuitable for news traders. For traders who prioritise news trading without extra cost, the Instant Funding account is the appropriate choice at FTUK.
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FAQ
Is news trading allowed at FTUK?
News trading is fully allowed on the Instant Funding account. On the 1 Step, Flex, and 2 Step accounts, news trading is not allowed by default and requires the News Trading add-on to be purchased at checkout.
What is the restricted window on 1 Step and 2 Step accounts?
Traders cannot open or close any trades within 5 minutes before or after a high-impact news event. Violating this rule without the News Trading add-on results in an immediate account breach.
Is the News Trading add-on available for all account types?
No. The add-on is available for 1 Step and 2 Step accounts. It is not available for the Flex Challenge.
Does the news trading restriction apply during the evaluation phase?
Yes. On the 1 Step and 2 Step accounts, the 5-minute news trading restriction applies during both the evaluation and funded phases. The add-on must be purchased at checkout to trade news at any stage.
Which FTUK account is best for news traders?
The Instant Funding account is the best option for news traders at FTUK as news trading is fully allowed across all levels with no add-on required.