When is the best time to trade the US30 index?

First, the entire U.S. stock market trades from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Now, for the most part, the biggest trading volumes take place in the first two hours of the session. Many professional day traders will finish their day at around 11:30 a.m. since this is when volatility and volumes begin to calm down.

Aside from the hours of operation, the best time to trade the US30 in an environment of all-time highs is when there is a steep selloff.

Whether it is the start off a major correction or a blip on the radar, by purchasing the US30 on red days, you could potentially dollar-cost average (DCA) down.