Nasdaq received accelerated SEC approval on April 10, 2026, to extend its trading hours from 16 to 23 hours per day, five days a week. The launch is scheduled for December 6, 2026, with a main session from 4:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET and an overnight session from 9:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. ET, separated by a one-hour technical pause. This expansion follows similar approvals for NYSE and 24X Exchange, both already authorized for extended-hours trading. Implementation remains contingent on the reliability of data processing systems and DTCC clearing mechanisms, with a public roundtable scheduled for September 17, 2026, to assess operational preparations.
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