U.S. stock market hours are centered on Eastern Time because both NYSE and Nasdaq are based in New York. The regular session typically runs from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET on weekdays.
Many brokers also support pre-market and after-hours trading. These extended sessions are useful for monitoring activity around earnings, economic releases, or news, but they are not the same as the regular trading session.
Key points
- NYSE regular hours: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET.
- Nasdaq regular hours: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET.
- Common pre-market window: 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM ET.
- Common after-hours window: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET.
Trading hours
| Exchange | Timezone | Regular session | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| NYSENew York Stock Exchange | America/New_York | 09:30-16:00 | New York, United States |
| NASDAQNasdaq Stock Market | America/New_York | 09:30-16:00 | New York, United States |
2026 U.S. market holiday sample
Full closures
- 2026-01-01 · New Year's Day
- 2026-01-19 · Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- 2026-02-16 · Presidents Day
- 2026-04-03 · Good Friday
- 2026-05-25 · Memorial Day
- 2026-06-19 · Juneteenth National Independence Day
- 2026-07-03 · Independence Day observed
- 2026-09-07 · Labor Day
- 2026-11-26 · Thanksgiving Day
- 2026-12-25 · Christmas Day
Early closes
- 2026-11-27 · closes at 13:00 ET
- 2026-12-24 · closes at 13:00 ET
Frequently asked questions
What timezone are U.S. stock market hours in?
U.S. stock market hours are commonly stated in Eastern Time. The homepage can convert those sessions into your selected local timezone.
Are U.S. markets open on weekends?
Regular NYSE and Nasdaq trading is normally closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Do all brokers support the same extended hours?
No. Extended-hours availability, order handling, eligible securities, and fees can differ by broker.