Stock market opening times
Current local time and trading status for major global stock exchanges. Times shown in local exchange time, calculated from the IANA timezone database.
New York
8:47 PM
UTC-04:00 · 9:00–16:00
London
1:47 AM
UTC+01:00 · 8:00–16:00
Tokyo
9:47 AM
UTC+09:00 · 9:00–15:00
Hong Kong
8:47 AM
UTC+08:00 · 9:00–16:00
Frankfurt
2:47 AM
UTC+02:00 · 9:00–17:00
Paris
2:47 AM
UTC+02:00 · 9:00–17:00
Sydney
10:47 AM
UTC+10:00 · 10:00–16:00
Toronto
8:47 PM
UTC-04:00 · 9:00–16:00
About global market hours
Global stock markets operate across different time zones, creating overlapping trading sessions important for international traders. The three major sessions are the Asian (Tokyo, Hong Kong, Sydney), European (London, Frankfurt, Paris) and American (New York, Toronto) sessions.
The overlap between European and American sessions (roughly 1:30–4:00 PM GMT) is the most liquid window for global markets — both London and New York are trading. Understanding these overlaps helps traders identify optimal execution times.
Market hours can be affected by public holidays in the exchange's home country. Always check the official exchange website for the latest schedule, especially around holiday periods.
FAQ
When does the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) open and close?
The NYSE opens at 9:30 AM and closes at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Pre-market trading is available from 4:00 AM ET, and after-hours trading extends to 8:00 PM ET.
What time does the London Stock Exchange (LSE) open?
The LSE opens at 8:00 AM and closes at 4:30 PM Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) during winter, and British Summer Time (BST, UTC+1) during summer.
Do stock markets close on public holidays?
Yes, most stock exchanges close on their country's major public holidays. Some exchanges also have shortened trading sessions on the day before certain holidays.
What are the most active trading hours globally?
The most active period is during the European-American overlap (approximately 1:30 PM–4:00 PM GMT), when both London and New York are trading. These overlap periods typically have higher liquidity and tighter spreads.