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● MED IMPACT
Unemployment Rate
Actual
8.1
Forecast
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Previous
8.4
What This Means
Unemployment Rate released at 8.1. Compare to the previous value of 8.4 to gauge economic direction and potential SPX volatility impact.
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Why This Matters for Iron Condor Traders
High-impact macro events like Unemployment Rate create volatility spikes that directly affect Iron Condor implied volatility and wing pricing. Understanding the release pattern — beat vs. miss — helps you set appropriate wing widths and entry timing.
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Historical Context
Previous 2 occurrences of this event type:
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, April 28 | — | — | 4.9 |
| Monday, April 27 | 2.7 | 2.6 | 2.6 |
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