Been trading for a while but mostly just jump in whenever I have free time.
Starting to wonder if timing actually matters. Do you guys pay attention to when markets open?
Noticed some of my trades go better at certain times but not sure if that’s just coincidence.
Market hours depend on your broker and what you’re trading.
I found this out the hard way - placed a EUR/USD trade at 3 AM thinking it’d be active. Lost $200 because liquidity sucked and spreads were massive.
Now I only trade during London/New York overlaps. That’s where I hit my biggest win last month.
Broker hours vary by asset. Stock options stick to regular market hours, but forex runs nearly 24/5.
Trade during high volume - that’s what matters. Dead hours give you wider spreads and choppy movement that destroys profits. You’re right about those better trades happening when major sessions overlap.
This video covers exact trading hours for different markets:
I only trade when London and New York overlap. Volume dies after 4 PM EST and weekends are worthless. Get your timing right and you’ll see better results.
I’ve had the best results trading from 10 to 2 EST. Timing is key.
Timing is crucial in options trading. The market operates from 9:30 AM to 4 PM EST.
The first and last hours are where most opportunities arise. Lunchtime tends to see reduced volume, making trades unpredictable.
Rely on your instincts here since quiet markets can affect your technical strategies.
Volume peaks are your best entry points. Trade during major session overlaps (8-12 EST) when liquidity is highest. Skip holidays because institutions are closed and volume dies.