Updated 2026-03-08
The5ers News Trading Policy Rule Explained
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Quick Answer
The5ers prohibits all news trading during high-impact economic events across all account sizes.
The policy applies to all high-impact economic news releases and completely prohibits trading during these events. Violations result in immediate account termination regardless of profitability. The restriction covers both challenge and funded phases.
Key Rule Details
Policy
N/A
Detail
See official rules
Applies To
All high-impact news (NFP, FOMC, CPI)
Enforcement
Automated — breach triggers account review
Phases
Challenge and Funded
Calculation Example
Common Mistakes
Trading NFP releases
Traders often forget that major releases like Non-Farm Payrolls are strictly prohibited at The5ers. Even a profitable $50 scalp during NFP announcement will result in immediate account termination. The firm's automated systems detect trades executed during news windows regardless of outcome.
Holding positions through news
Many traders assume they can hold existing positions through high-impact news events, but The5ers requires complete market absence during these periods. A trader holding a $500 profit position through a Fed rate decision will face account closure even if the trade remains profitable.
Trading minor news events
Traders incorrectly assume only major news like FOMC is restricted, but The5ers prohibits trading during all high-impact events including inflation data, employment reports, and central bank speeches. Even trading during seemingly minor releases can trigger violations.
Post-news immediate trading
Traders often jump back into markets immediately after news releases, but The5ers likely maintains buffer periods around events. Trading within minutes of a major announcement conclusion can still be flagged as news trading violation, resulting in account termination.
Protection Strategies
Use economic calendar religiously
Check high-impact news schedules daily and mark restricted periods in your trading platform. Set calendar alerts 30 minutes before major releases to ensure you're completely out of positions and away from the market during prohibited windows.
Close all positions before news
Exit all trades at least 15-30 minutes before any high-impact economic release to avoid holding through restricted periods. This prevents both direct news trading violations and eliminates risk of being caught in prohibited timeframes with open positions.
Set news event alerts
Configure trading platform notifications and phone alerts for all major economic releases including NFP, CPI, FOMC decisions, and GDP data. Multiple alert systems ensure you never accidentally trade during The5ers' prohibited news periods.
Avoid high-volatility trading sessions
Stay away from markets entirely during major news-heavy periods like first Friday of each month (NFP), Fed meeting days, and major central bank announcement weeks. Complete market absence during these periods eliminates any possibility of news trading violations.
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Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Prop firm rules change regularly — always verify current terms on The5ers's official website before purchasing a challenge. Updated 2026-03-08.