# Journaling US30 and NAS100 Index Trades

> Stock indices are fast and highly leveraged. Learn how to track indices like US30 and NAS100 in your trading journal.

**Tags:** indices, us30, nas100, day-trading, journaling
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# Journaling US30 and NAS100 Index Trades

US stock indices like the Dow Jones (US30) and Nasdaq (NAS100) are popular among day traders and scalpers. They offer high daily ranges and clean trend continuations.

However, indices can be highly leveraged and move rapidly, making them risky for unprepared traders. Keeping a detailed journal is essential to master them.

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## What to Log for Index Trades

Indices have unique characteristics that you must track in your journal:

- **Session Timing:** The US session open (9:30 AM EST) is the most volatile time. Note if you entered during this opening rush.
- **Index Tick Value:** Ensure your position sizing calculations match your broker's specific index contract size.
- **Index Correlation:** Note if US30, NAS100, and SPX500 were moving in the same direction.

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## Controlling Your Risk

Because indices move quickly, traders often make emotional decisions. Use your journal to review if you are letting fear or greed affect your index trades.

Filter by tags like "us30" and look for errors. Are you revenge trading after a loss? Your journal will show you.

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## Determining Your Best Hours

Indices often trend strongly during the first two hours of the US session, and then range during lunch. Review your journal to see if your win rate drops after 11:30 AM EST. If so, update your plan to stop trading at that time.

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