Sessions
ICT Killzones Explained: London, New York and Session Timing
ICT Killzones are defined time windows used in the ICT methodology to focus attention on liquidity, volatility and execution. A time window is a filter, not a guarantee that a setup will occur.
What is an ICT Killzone?
A Killzone is a defined period on the trading clock used to focus analysis and execution. Write the timezone and daylight-saving convention into the trading plan.
London and New York
Traders often study London and New York activity because these sessions can produce meaningful changes in liquidity and volatility. Define the exact window rather than relying on a vague session label.
Combine timing with price
A Killzone should be combined with predefined market context, liquidity references and entry conditions. Entering simply because the clock reached a certain time is not a complete strategy.
Backtest the window
Fix the instrument, timezone, session, setup, stop and target. Record every qualifying occurrence instead of selecting only attractive historical examples.
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