Nasdaq plans to introduce 24-hour trading by second half of 2026

Investing.com -- Nasdaq Inc., the second-largest exchange operator in the US, intends to offer 24-hour trading on its equities exchange, five days a week. This move is part of a broader industry trend to cater to the increasing global demand for US stocks.

The plan for round-the-clock trading is expected to commence in the second half of 2026, according to Nasdaq President Tal Cohen, who shared the news in a LinkedIn post. The implementation of this extended trading, however, is contingent upon obtaining regulatory approval and coordinating with the rest of the industry.

This initiative by Nasdaq follows similar plans by other major exchanges. Cboe Global Markets (NYSE:CBOE) Inc. announced last month that it would extend its equities exchange trading to 24 hours, five days a week, subject to regulatory approval. Similarly, the New York Stock Exchange submitted an application in October with a proposal to offer trading for 22 hours on weekdays.

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