What Is The Best Time To Invest In Stock Market?

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Through the course of the trading day, stock prices move up and down in response to changes in market sentiment.

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A good earnings report may make investors want to buy the stock almost as soon as the press release comes out.

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The Stock Market Open

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Overnight news

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After-hours trade is typically driven by company announcements after the closing bell. After-open trading may cause huge stock gains or losses.

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Morning headlines

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Like overnight news, pre-market headlines may influence pre-market trade.

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Price ranges need information like a company's affordability. Future growth and profit might help analyze overvaluation.

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