: The first hour of the market (9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. ET) often sees the most significant price moves, though it is also the most volatile.

While "time in the market" beats "timing the market," some traders look for specific signals:

: Companies are reporting robust growth, with S&P 500 earnings on track for a sixth consecutive quarter of double-digit gains.

: The S&P 500 has recently rebounded to all-time highs following a mid-March correction.

: You have an emergency fund and are using money you won't need for at least 3–5 years.