At a glance
The short version
S&P 500's Asian range, measured
One side of the Asian range was taken by 17:00 New York on 100.0% of 1,122 weekdays, and both sides on 70.9%. The high went first on 53.9% of days and the low on 46.0%. London took the first side on 32.4% of days, and on 30.9% London swept one side and the day closed beyond the other.
Traded as the usual sweep-and-reclaim setup to the far side, it averaged −0.12R a trade over 1,045 trades. The median the S&P 500 Asian range is 19.3 pts, about 20.1% of a normal day.
| S&P 500 | Weekdays | A side taken | Both taken | London took first side | London sweep, close beyond other side |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 1,122 | 100.0% | 70.9% | 32.4% | 30.9% |
Testing the Asian range on the S&P 500
Open the S&P 500 at the start of London with the Asian range drawn, hide the future and trade the sweep your way: fade it, follow it, or wait for New York. Step candle by candle and let the journal count the result.
Frequently asked questions
Does the S&P 500 sweep the Asian range?
One side of the Asian range (20:00–00:00 New York) was taken by 17:00 on 100.0% of 1,122 weekdays, and both sides on 70.9%. London took the first side on 32.4% of days (CRTLAB, 2022–2026).
Can I backtest the Asian range on the S&P 500 for free?
Yes, free every day. You get the S&P 500 with the Asian range drawn, with every tool the product has, and 2,000 candles of replay every day, no card needed. CRTLAB Unlimited ($14.99 a month) or CRTLAB Lifetime ($99 once) removes the daily limit. Sessions, key levels and every other tool are on from the first candle.
