Cboe Global Markets, a leading exchange operator, has announced plans to offer 24-hour, five-days-a-week trading for U.S. equities on its Cboe EDGX Equities Exchange, subject to regulatory review and industry developments.
This move aims to cater to the growing demand for expanded access to U.S. equities markets from global investors, particularly those in Asia Pacific regions. By enabling round-the-clock trading, Cboe seeks to provide greater flexibility and responsiveness to market movements for international participants.
Cboe’s proposal aligns with a broader industry trend towards extended trading hours. The New York Stock Exchange recently explored extending its trading day to 22 hours, reflecting a similar objective of accommodating global investor activity.
Cboe’s 24/5 trading model would require approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and would involve close collaboration with other market participants to ensure operational readiness and maintain market integrity.
