TF8 provides a trading environment that reflects realistic market behavior, not artificial or fixed pricing.
What Is Slippage?
Slippage occurs when your trade is executed at a slightly different price than requested.
This can happen when:
Markets move quickly
Liquidity is limited
There is a delay between order placement and execution
What Causes Slippage or Delays?
1. Market Volatility
During fast-moving conditions (e.g., major news releases), prices can change rapidly between the time you place and execute a trade.
2. Liquidity Conditions
Instruments with lower liquidity may experience:
Wider spreads
Slower execution
More noticeable slippage
3. News Events
High-impact economic news (e.g., interest rate decisions, CPI data) can cause:
Sudden price spikes
Increased slippage
Temporary execution delays
4. Order Size
Large position sizes may:
Take longer to fill
Be filled across multiple price levels
Is Slippage Always Negative?
No. Slippage can be:
Negative (worse price)
Positive (better price)
Both are part of real trading conditions.
How to Reduce Slippage
While it cannot be eliminated entirely, you can reduce its impact by:
Avoiding trading during major news releases
Using appropriate position sizes
Trading highly liquid instruments
Using limit orders instead of market orders (when suitable)
Important Note
TF8 does not manipulate execution. Any slippage experienced is a reflection of real market dynamics.
