Beginner2 min readLast updated: 2026-06-10
Economic Releases by Session — Complete Guide
Know which major economic events occur in each session and how to trade around them safely.
Economic Releases by Session
High-impact economic data releases create massive volatility spikes. Knowing WHEN they happen (by session) helps you avoid or capitalize on them.
Releases by Session
Asian Session (5:00 AM - 1:00 PM BD)
| Release | Country | Impact | Typical Time (BD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOJ Rate Decision | Japan | High | 6:00 - 8:00 AM |
| RBA Rate Decision | Australia | High | 7:30 AM |
| China CPI/GDP | China | Medium | 7:30 AM |
| AU Employment | Australia | High | 8:30 AM |
London Session (1:00 PM - 10:00 PM BD)
| Release | Country | Impact | Typical Time (BD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK CPI/GDP | UK | High | 1:00 PM |
| ECB Rate Decision | Eurozone | High | 7:15 PM |
| UK Employment | UK | High | 1:00 PM |
New York Session (6:00 PM - 3:00 AM BD)
| Release | Country | Impact | Typical Time (BD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NFP (Non-Farm Payrolls) | US | Extreme | 6:30 PM |
| CPI (Inflation) | US | Extreme | 6:30 PM |
| FOMC Rate Decision | US | Extreme | 12:00 AM |
| US GDP | US | High | 6:30 PM |
| Retail Sales | US | High | 6:30 PM |
Rules for News Trading
- Close or reduce positions 15 min before High-impact
- Don't enter new trades 30 min before
- Wait 15-30 min after for direction to emerge
- Spread widens during news — account for it
- NFP, CPI, FOMC are the big 3 — always be aware
BD Trader Schedule
Most important for BD traders:
- 6:30 PM BD — US data (NFP, CPI, GDP)
- 12:00 AM BD — FOMC decision
- 1:00 PM BD — UK data (affects GBP)
Related Topics
- Session Strategies — Around news
- Kill Zones — News within Kill Zones
- Best Trading Times BD — BD schedule