There’s a type of trade that beginners often ignore…
Yet it’s used by pros to get ahead before most traders even finish their coffee.
And done right, it can offer some of the biggest wins of the day.
Sounds a lot like the Monday Setup, a pattern I recently discovered. I only wish I’d found it sooner!!
Every Monday, the market kicks back into gear after its weekend nap… and that reset creates a unique opportunity.
As the first session of the week gets started, there’s a specific pattern we look for that appears again and again with uncanny consistency.
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Watch the video below for the full trade breakdown and strategy tutorial on my Monday Setup.
Every trader dreams of getting in before the crowd…
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As most traders chase and lose, a small group is tapping into an underused and often misunderstood window of opportunity that happens before most people even open their laptops.
Sound intriguing? It should.
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Should You Trade Before the Market Opens?
I get this question a lot from subscribers: “Can I trade before the open?”
Short answer? Yes, you can…
But whether you should is another story.
If you’ve got a solid plan, strict discipline, and you never let a stop-loss slide, go for it.
If that’s not you, you’re better off waiting for the opening bell and using my 9:45 AM Rule instead.
What Is Pre-Market Trading?
Pre-market trading happens before the regular session starts at 9:30 AM ET and as early as 4:00 AM.
During this time, you’ll often see reactions to overnight news, earnings releases, and catalysts starting to stir.
But with less volume and fewer traders, it’s like stepping into a thinner, more fragile market. Spreads widen, liquidity drops, and mistakes get punished more quickly and more harshly than during regular trading hours.
Why Trade Pre-Market?
The high volatility during Pre-Market trading delivers powerful price movement and potentially massive wins…
When done right, it offers a first-mover advantage on breaking news, insight into what may trend after the open, and a chance to profit before the herd shows up.
Even if you don’t actively trade during pre-market hours, simply watching the action can give you valuable clues, from spotting sentiment shifts to identifying early setups before most traders are even awake.
But, What’s the Risk?
Pre-market trading isn’t for everyone.
Thin volume means fewer people to take the other side of your trade. You can get in and then find out no one’s there to get you out.
Consider this hypothetical example: You buy a stock at $5.00 at 7:00 AM. It ticks to $5.50. You go to sell… and the bid’s gone. The price then plummets to $4.30 in a matter of seconds.
No volume, no liquidity, and no exit.
How to Trade Pre-Market Smarter
If you’re going to trade in this volatile window, here are some tips that could save your account:
Only Trade News-Driven Movers:
Avoid random poppers. Look for clear catalysts like earnings, FDA approvals, and specific company news.
Keep Position Size Small:
In low-volume setups, big orders move the market against you. Stay nimble.
Use Level 2 Data:
Level 2 data helps you see real buying/selling pressure, which is critical when liquidity is scarce.
Be a Sniper:
You don’t need 10 trades. You need one great setup with everything lined up: news, volume, price action, and a clean exit plan.
Tune in to my Pre-Market Prep:
During this daily 8:30 AM ET live session, I show you the top setups on my radar and how to trade them.
Pre-Market Prep is available exclusively to Daily Income Trader members.
Learn more about DIT during one of our free daily webinars.
My Final Thoughts…
Pre-market trading is absolutely thrilling. I love it… There’s no other time of day that beats the price action before the bell.
But it’s not for the faint of heart, and it’s definitely not for newbies. It’s for traders who prepare, plan, and protect their capital at all costs.
It’s not about being first but about being right with your timing and execution.
So yes, you can trade pre-market…
But do it with a strategy, know your risk, and never, ever go in without a stop.
Because in this game, smart always beats fast.
Have a great day, everyone. See you back here tomorrow.
Tim Bohen
Lead Trainer, StocksToTrade
P.S.
This happens to every trader. Whether you survive depends on how you react.
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