If You Do This Before 9:15, You’ll Win More!

Hello Traders!
The market opens at 9:15 AM, but real winners don’t wait until then. They prepare before the bell rings. Your success in trading depends not just on what you do during market hours, but what you do before the chaos begins. Let’s talk about the essential pre-market rituals that can help you trade with clarity, confidence, and consistency.

What You Should Do Before 9:15 AM

• Check Global Market Sentiment:
  US markets, SGX Nifty, crude oil, and other global cues can set the tone for the day.
  
  
• Mark Key Levels:
  Identify major support, resistance, trendlines, and zones from daily/hourly timeframes.
  
  
• Create a Watchlist:
  Focus on 3–5 high-potential stocks or indices. Don’t chase everything.
  
  
• Have a Trade Plan Ready:
  Note your entry levels, stop loss, and target. Pre-decide risk-reward before the bell.
  
  
• Review News & Events:
  Check for stock-specific news, results, RBI speeches, or macro events that may cause volatility.
  
  
• Mentally Prepare:
  Take 2 minutes to breathe, calm your mind, and remind yourself to follow your process.
  
  

Rahul’s Tip
Discipline starts before the market opens. If you prep well, you won’t panic. If you plan your trades, you won’t chase them.

Conclusion
The 15 minutes before the bell can shape your entire trading day. Winners prepare, amateurs react. Build your pre-market routine, and you’ll see the results in your P&L.

What’s your go-to pre-market routine? Share in the comments and let’s help each other improve!