Trading Sessions
All times in Eastern Time (ET)AS/AU
Asia
6:00 PM - 4:00 AM
01:06:33
remaining
EU
London
3:00 AM - 12:00 PM
00:06:33
until open
US
New York AM
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
05:36:33
until open
US
NY Lunch
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
09:06:33
until open
US
New York PM
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
10:36:33
until open
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Understanding Market Sessions
Trading Windows
These specific time windows represent periods of high institutional activity. The London/NY overlap (8:30 AM - 12:00 PM ET) is typically the highest volume period of the day.
NY Lunch & Consolidation
Between 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM ET, algorithms typically go into consolidation or seek internal liquidity. It is generally advised to minimize new entries here.
Prop Position Close
Most prop firms require all positions closed by 4:05 PM - 4:15 PM ET. Always verify your firm's specific rules — failing to close on time can result in a violation.
CME Daily Close
The 17:00 - 18:00 ET window is the daily exchange reset. Spreads widen significantly and liquidity drops abruptly.