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U.S. Exchanges Extend Trading Hours to 22 Daily

10/15/2025

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The finance sector is shifting to extended trading hours, led by U.S. exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), planning up to 22 hours daily.
Off-hours trading accounted for 11.5% of U.S. equity trading in Q2 2025, driven by retail investors during earnings announcements.
The transition faces operational challenges requiring firms to upgrade technology and risk systems.
The move aims for a more inclusive, responsive market aligned with digital-asset trading.

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Story summary

The finance sector is shifting to extended trading hours, led by U.S. exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), planning up to 22 hours daily.
Off-hours trading accounted for 11.5% of U.S. equity trading in Q2 2025, driven by retail investors during earnings announcements.
The transition faces operational challenges requiring firms to upgrade technology and risk systems.
The move aims for a more inclusive, responsive market aligned with digital-asset trading.