Key market events calendar

Last updated: May 6, 2026

With futures trading, timing matters. Economic reports and global events can influence market volatility. This page gives you visibility into important scheduled events so you can trade with confidence.

Economic Events - 2026

These dates are confirmed for the full year. Economic events tend to cause significant market volatility, plan your positions accordingly.

Month
Employment Report
CPIPPIFOMC Meeting
AprilApr 3Apr 10Apr 14Apr 28-29
MayMay 1May 12May 13-
JuneJun 5Jun 10Jun 11Jun 16-17
JulyJul 2Jul 14Jul 15Jul 28-29
AugustAug 7Aug 12Aug 13-
SeptemberSep 4Sep 11Sep 16Sep 15-16
OctoberOct 2Oct 14Oct 15Oct 27-28
NovemberNov 6Nov 10Nov 11-
DecemberDec 4Dec 10Dec 11Dec 8-9

US Holiday Schedule

Holiday schedules vary by exchange and may include early closes, late opens, or full closures. Refer directly to the exchange for the most current schedule:

Contract Roll Dates and Last Trade Dates

Roll dates and last trade dates vary by product and change every month. Rather than maintaining a static list here, refer directly to the live CME calendars for the most accurate and up-to-date information:

Note: Once a contract reaches its Last Trade Date, new positions can no longer be opened. You may only close existing positions. To continue trading the same instrument, roll over to the next available contract.

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