Topstep's Live Funded Account used to carry no news-trading restriction. Now a Live account with a balance below $3,000 is limited to 1 contract during Tier 1 News Events. Topstep's stated aim is to reduce the chance of a catastrophic loss if markets move fast.
Tier 1 News Events are CPI, PPI, the FOMC rate decision and press conference, and Non-Farm Payroll. The Live account still has no consistency restrictions.
Full rules are on the Topstep firm page.
Before and after
| What changed | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Topstep Live Funded news trading | No news-trading restriction | Balance below $3,000: 1 contract during Tier 1 News Events |
Figures as of 21 October 2026.