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New here, quick question on market open volatility
Hey everyone, just joined the forum. Been dabbling in futures ($ES_F, $NQ_F) for about six months now, mostly intraday. One thing I'm constantly struggling with is the first 30-60 minutes after the US open. It just seems like pure chaos sometimes, with these massive whipsaws that often stop me out before the real move, if any, even begins. I've tried sitting it out, but then feel like I'm missing opportunities. How do you all typically approach the market open? Are you trading smaller size, using wider stops, or just waiting for things to settle down before taking a position?
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Totally get what you mean. That opening hour can be brutal. Have you tried focusing on slightly longer timeframes during that period, or just looking for the market to establish a clearer direction before jumping in?