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Day traders and momentum seekers who thrive on rapid price action and high volume. The Lunchtime Lull: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM ET
As Wall Street takes its midday break, trading volume typically drops, leading to a period often called the "lunch hour lull". How to Know When to Buy a Stock - SoFi
The first two hours of the trading day are widely considered the most active and volatile.
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Day traders and momentum seekers who thrive on rapid price action and high volume. The Lunchtime Lull: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM ET
As Wall Street takes its midday break, trading volume typically drops, leading to a period often called the "lunch hour lull". How to Know When to Buy a Stock - SoFi
The first two hours of the trading day are widely considered the most active and volatile.
