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Volatility is usually higher when the actual data is different from the market's consensus. For example, the Aussie usually moves higher when the actual retail sales figure of Australia is better than expected. The opposite happens when the actual number is lower. So if you believe that the retail sales of some country, for example, will come in better, then it is wise to place a long order before the data is released. You can also ride the price's initial move right after the release but you should be careful because sometimes the price also fades as traders take their profits.
