Risk Warning: CFDs and spread bets are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage.
Approximately 80% of retail client accounts lose money when trading in CFDs and spread bets.
You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and spread bets work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

What are gaps in Forex trading, and how do they occur?

Lunaro Trading Team
16/02/2026
Category: Forex

Gaps occur when there is little to no tradable price in the market; therefore, you may see jumps up or down between candles. This can occur due to high-impact news, data releases, or when the market closes Friday and reopens Sunday at a different level.