Stock Market
Last updated
Last updated
Copyright © Lune Trading. Disclaimer: Past performance is not indicative of future results. Our content is for educational and informational purposes only, reflecting our perspectives and not professional financial advice. Trading and investing is risky.
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq are two of the most well-known stock exchanges.
New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
Juneteenth National Independence Day
Good Friday
Labor Day
It is generally believed that the best times to day trade the stock market are the first two hours of the day and the last hour of the day. During these times, there tends to be higher volatility and volume in the market, which can create more opportunities for traders to enter and exit trades profitably. In the U.S., the first two hours of the day are typically considered to be from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. EST, while the last hour of the day is typically considered to be from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. EST. However, it is important to note that these are general guidelines and that the specific times may vary based on market conditions and individual trading strategies. Additionally, some professional traders may choose to stop trading around 11:30 a.m. due to a decrease in volatility and volume during this time.
Stock Exchange
Open / Close
Local Time
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)
New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
Open
9:30 am est
2:30 pm
Close
4 pm est
9 pm