Nasdaq and NYSE Push for 24/7 Trading as Investor Demand Grows

Major U.S. stock exchanges, Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), are preparing to offer 24/7 trading, aligning with the global demand for non-stop access to financial markets. The move reflects a shift in investor behavior, driven by the rise of cryptocurrency markets, where trading never stops.

Giang Bui, Nasdaq’s head of U.S. Equities & Exchange-Traded Products, highlighted this trend at the Digital Asset Summit in New York, emphasizing the growing demand for round-the-clock stock trading. “People want to trade when they are awake, and many are now accustomed to 24/7 crypto trading,” Bui said.

Both exchanges are actively engaging with regulators to implement extended trading hours. The NYSE has already secured approval, while Nasdaq is in discussions to make the shift. Currently, U.S. stock markets operate from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET, limiting access for global investors across different time zones.

Expanding trading hours could enhance market liquidity and increase trading volume, benefiting both retail and institutional investors. Many U.S. brokers already offer overnight trading, responding to growing client demand.

Nasdaq, which lists several crypto-related products, has played a significant role in bridging traditional finance and digital assets. It hosts the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), the most successful ETF launch in U.S. history, and recently added two Solana (SOL) futures ETFs.

With regulatory approval in progress, the shift toward 24/7 trading could redefine the global stock market landscape, creating a seamless, always-on financial ecosystem.