AND HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Trading Update | 23 Mar, 2026
All times hereafter are expressed in MetaTrader platform time — GMT+3.
Market Break
No disruptions or holidays are expected in the upcoming week. Therefore, the trading sessions will continue without interruption.
Introduction of Standard Account Type & 1-Step FTMO Challenge
Starting on Monday, 23 Mar 2026, updated trading conditions will become available. The Standard account type will offer leverage of up to 1:100 on simulated instruments. The Swing account type will be limited to offer leverage of up to 1:30.
In addition, the 1-Step FTMO Challenge will now be available with both the Standard and Swing account types, using the same leverage structure as the 2-Step FTMO Challenge. These changes expand the available trading conditions for FTMO Verified Prop Traders operating under the US account structure.
Increased Risk of Price Abnormalities
Due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, market conditions may become unstable across multiple asset classes, including FX pairs, equity indices, metals, commodities, and energy-related markets. Markets may react rapidly to new developments or headlines, potentially leading to abnormal trading conditions such as:
- sharp price movements
- increased volatility
- price gaps
- wider spreads
- slippage
- reduced liquidity
- difficulties with order execution
These conditions may result in irregular price behaviour and significantly increased trading risk. Clients are strongly advised to exercise extra caution and ensure their risk management settings are appropriate when opening or holding positions.
Each Friday at market close, the trading platform enters maintenance mode. During this window, trading may be disabled and access to the platform may be fully restricted.
Overnight rollover swaps are subject to regular changes and adjustments, reflecting, among other things, interest rate differentials and dividend adjustments. If you are holding positions overnight, please be reminded that it is your responsibility to check these swaps in the contract specification for each simulated symbol, and to adjust (if needed) and manage your positions accordingly. FTMO is not responsible for trading results affected by swap changes or adjustments.
