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Regulatory extended trading hours

Cboe Proposes Near 24x5 US Equities Trading

Analysis based on 9 articles · First reported Mar 16, 2026 · Last updated Mar 18, 2026

Sentiment
50
Attention
4
Articles
9
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

The proposed near 24x5 US equities trading by Cboe Global Markets is expected to increase liquidity and accessibility for global investors, potentially boosting overall market activity. This move could set a new standard for trading hours, influencing other exchanges and market participants.

Financial services Capital markets
Event Summary

Cboe Global Markets has submitted a proposal to the United States===United States Securities and Exchange Commission to launch near 24x5 US equities trading on its Cboe EDGX Equities Exchange. This initiative aims to make all listed NMS stocks available for trading from Sunday 9pm ET to Friday 8pm ET, with a one-hour operational pause Monday through Thursday. The move is driven by significant growth in demand for US equities outside traditional trading hours, as evidenced by Cboe's US Equities Early Trading Hours volumes. Pending regulatory approval and industry infrastructure readiness, Cboe Global Markets plans to launch in December, with all trades cleared through the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation. Oliver Sung, Head of North American Equities at Cboe Global Markets, highlighted the importance of collaboration with clients and market participants.

Key Actions
100 Cboe Global Markets submitted proposal for near 24x5 US equities trading United States===United States Securities and Exchange Commission
60 Cboe Global Markets expanded distribution of Cboe One US Equities Feed
Entities Involved
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Cboe Global Markets
Cboe Global Markets is proposing to launch near 24x5 US equities trading, which could significantly increase its trading volumes and market share. This initiative positions Cboe as a leader in expanding access to US equity markets.
Importance 100 Sentiment 60
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United States===United States Securities and Exchange Commission
The United States===United States Securities and Exchange Commission is the regulatory body that needs to approve Cboe Global Markets' proposal for extended trading hours. Its decision is crucial for the implementation of this new trading schedule.
Importance 80 Sentiment 0
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Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation is planned to clear all trades made during the extended trading hours, indicating its role as a critical infrastructure provider for the proposed changes.
Importance 50 Sentiment 0
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United States===United States dollar
The extended trading hours for US equities will increase the accessibility and liquidity of assets denominated in the United States===United States dollar, potentially enhancing its global appeal.
Importance 30 Sentiment 20
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Oliver Sung
Oliver Sung, Head of North American Equities at Cboe Global Markets, is quoted discussing the engagement with clients and market participants regarding the 24x5 trading plans.
Importance 10 Sentiment 0
Relationships
Cboe Global Markets related ↔ United States===United States Securities and Exchange Commission
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