Investing in stocks is a great way to build wealth, although getting started can feel daunting for many beginners looking to get into the market. But with this quick-start guide, you can begin buying ...

Fact checked by Vikki Velasquez The traditional U.S. trading window is 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding weekends and holidays.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Andrew Menaker, a psychologist and a day trading coach based in San Francisco. It has been edited for length and clarity. First of all, I had ...