Asian Session
The Asian session is a period of time during which the financial markets in the Asian region are active. It is the first session of the day, and it starts when the markets in Tokyo open at 7:00 PM EST and ends when the markets in London open at 3:00 AM EST. During this session, the most active markets are those in Japan, China, and Australia. The Asian session is also known as the Tokyo session because Tokyo is the largest financial center in the region.
History of the Asian Session
The Asian session has been around since the early days of financial trading. It was first established in the late 19th century when the Tokyo Stock Exchange opened its doors. Since then, the Asian session has grown to become one of the most important sessions in the world. It is now the first session of the day and is responsible for setting the tone for the rest of the day.
The Asian session is also known for its volatility. This is due to the fact that the markets in the region are often the first to react to news and events. This can lead to large price movements in a short period of time, which can be both beneficial and detrimental to traders.
Comparison Table
| Session | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Asian | 7:00 PM EST | 3:00 AM EST |
| European | 3:00 AM EST | 12:00 PM EST |
| US | 12:00 PM EST | 8:00 PM EST |
Summary
The Asian session is the first session of the day and is active when the markets in Tokyo open at 7:00 PM EST. It is known for its volatility and is responsible for setting the tone for the rest of the day. For more information about the Asian session, you can visit websites such as Investopedia, Bloomberg, and Reuters.
See Also
- European Session
- US Session
- Forex Trading
- Currency Trading
- Day Trading
- Scalping
- Swing Trading
- Position Trading
- Market Hours
- Trading Volume
