London Stock Exchange Explores Possibility of 24-Hour Trading Hours: Report
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, JUL 20 – The London Stock Exchange Group is assessing technological and regulatory challenges to meet rising demand from retail investors and compete with US and cryptocurrency markets.
- The London Stock Exchange operator is exploring the possibility of implementing round-the-clock trading to appeal to younger and international investors in the UK market.
- This move responds to increasing overnight trading activity on smartphone platforms and follows similar extensions planned by US and European exchanges.
- LSEG is engaging in commercial, technical, and regulatory discussions while weighing impacts on liquidity, dual listings, and market infrastructure.
- Hargreaves Lansdown described the 24-hour trading consideration as a "bold" step but doubted it would improve UK market attractiveness for companies significantly.
- If implemented, the extension could boost market turnover and retail participation but also raise challenges, including price volatility and exposure risks after hours.
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London Stock Exchange explores possibility of 24-hour trading hours: Report
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