How is this different from the earnings position size tool?

The earnings tool addresses a single stock report for one company. This tool addresses market-wide macro events like Fed meetings and economic data releases that can move many positions at once, not just one stock.

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How much should I cut my position size ahead of an FOMC meeting or a major economic data release?

Q: How much should I cut my position size ahead of an FOMC meeting or a major economic data release?

Select the tier that best matches the upcoming event, routine data, a high-impact release like CPI or the jobs report, an FOMC statement with a press conference, or a surprise event, and the tool applies a fixed suggested cut percentage to your current exposure.

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Your Result

Enter your current exposure and select the event tier to see a suggested position size cut.

How this is calculated

This uses a fixed cut percentage for each event tier, set by Trading Habits as a simple risk-reduction convention. It is not derived from live volatility data or any model of how much the market will actually move.
Routine releases use a lighter cut. Fed statements with a press conference use a heavier cut because both the rate decision and the unscripted commentary can move markets.
If you exit the position before the event instead of holding through it, event-driven exposure is already at zero and no cut is needed.
This is one input into position sizing around scheduled events, not a signal about which direction the market will move.
Check an economic calendar for exact release times. Timing and content of these events changes, and this tool does not track a live calendar.

Risk & liability disclaimer: This calculator produces a mathematical estimate based on the inputs provided. It is not financial advice and does not guarantee any trading outcome or predict future prices. Trading Habits is not a broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, or tax professional, and is not affiliated with any broker, exchange, or data provider. We do not guarantee this tool is error-free or suitable for your situation, always verify results independently and consult a licensed professional before making any trading or financial decision. You could lose some or all of the capital you trade with.

How much should I cut my position size ahead of an FOMC meeting or a major economic data release?

Enter The Event Details

Your Result

How this is calculated

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