Inside a Hedge Fund Manager’s NFP Playbook: Pro-Level Prep & Trade Ideas

Sponsored by Pepperstone Ever wondered how serious traders prepare for market-moving events like Non-Farm Payrolls, FOMC, or ISM? In this episode, I break down how a hedge fund manager—who trades FX exclusively around news—prepares for key data drops. You’ll hear how he analyses past reactions, uses implied volatility, and maps out multiple trade scenarios before the number hits. This isn’t some retail guesswork. It’s structured, probability-based decision-making—done with serious edge.  If you want to learn how to treat your trading like a professional (even if you’re not managing 8 figures), this episode is a must-listen. Video mentioned in the episode --> Click Here Interview with Aatu Kokkila --> Click Here