Master Forex Trading with ICT Kill Zones (2024 Guide)

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The forex market runs 24/5, but not all hours are equally profitable. ICT Kill Zones highlight the 4 most volatile trading windows where institutional activity creates prime opportunities.

ICT Kill Zones Timetable (GMT/EST)

Asian: 8PM - 10PM EST / 12AM - 2AM GMT
London: 2AM - 5AM EST / 6AM - 9AM GMT
New York: 7AM - 9AM EST / 11AM - 1PM GMT
London Close: 10AM - 12PM EST / 2PM - 4PM GMT

Key Characteristics:

Asian Session

Best for AUD, NZD, JPY pairs

Low volatility; ideal for 15-20 pip scalps

London Session

Highest liquidity (trade EUR/GBP)

Often sets daily highs/lows

New York Session

Overlap with London creates high volatility

Focus on USD pairs (e.g., USD/CAD)

London Close

Price retracements to daily range

Quick 15-20 pip reversal plays

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