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Futures Trading Hours and Guidelines | FuturesElite FAQ
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- Trading Hours:
− Futures trading operates from 6:00 PM EST to 5:00 PM EST the following day. For example, if the Futures market opens at 6:00 PM EST on Monday, the trading session will run until 5:00 PM EST on Tuesday, marking the close of that day’s session.
+ Futures trading operates from 6:00 PM EST to 4:55 PM EST the following day. For example, if the Futures market opens at 6:00 PM EST on Monday, the trading session will run until 4:55 PM EST on Tuesday, marking the close of that day’s session.
- New Trading Day Start:
A new trading day begins at 6:00 PM EST. Trades can be placed at this time to start the next day’s session.
- Market Closures:
− The Futures market is closed from Friday at 5:00 PM EST until Sunday at 6:00 PM EST. There may also be scheduled closures for holidays, which will be announced in advance.
+ The Futures market is closed from Friday at 4:55 PM EST until Sunday at 6:00 PM EST. There may also be scheduled closures for holidays, which will be announced in advance.
- Position Closing Requirement:
− All trades must be closed before 4:59 PM EST each day. Trades left open past this time will be automatically closed by the system. We will not be responsible for any profit or loss realized as a result of this action.
+ All trades must be closed before 4:55 PM EST each day. Trades left open past this time will be automatically closed by the system. We will not be responsible for any profit or loss realized as a result of this action.
- Automatic Liquidation:
− If trades are not closed by 4:59 PM EST, the system will automatically liquidate them. Ensure all trades are closed on time to maintain control over your positions.
+ If trades are not closed by 4:55 PM EST, the system will automatically liquidate them. Ensure all trades are closed on time to maintain control over your positions.
- Overnight Positions:
− Overnight positions are not permitted. All positions must be closed by 4:59 PM EST daily.
+ Overnight positions are not permitted. All positions must be closed by 4:55 PM EST daily.
- Futures vs. Stock Market Hours:
− Futures markets provide near 24-hour access to accommodate global trading across time zones. They briefly close daily from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM EST for settlement and maintenance.
+ Futures markets provide near 24-hour access to accommodate global trading across time zones. They briefly close daily from 4:55 PM to 6:00 PM EST for settlement and maintenance.
- Sunday Trading Considerations:
Sunday trading opens at 6:00 PM EST and often experiences lower liquidity compared to weekday sessions. Traders should plan accordingly and manage risk carefully.
- Market Holiday and Closure Information:
You can check the market calendar, including holidays and closures, on our Trading Platform or through the relevant exchange’s website.
− - Market Break (5:00 PM to 6:00 PM EST):
+ - Market Break (4:55 PM to 6:00 PM EST):
The market is closed during this time for settlement and system updates. Trades cannot be placed or modified during the break.
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- Trading Hours:
Futures trading operates from 6:00 PM EST to 5:00 PM EST the following day. For example, if the Futures market opens at 6:00 PM EST on Monday, the trading session will run until 5:00 PM EST on Tuesday, marking the close of that day’s session.
- New Trading Day Start:
A new trading day begins at 6:00 PM EST. Trades can be placed at this time to start the next day’s session.
- Market Closures:
The Futures market is closed from Friday at 5:00 PM EST until Sunday at 6:00 PM EST. There may also be scheduled closures for holidays, which will be announced in advance.
- Position Closing Requirement:
All trades must be closed before 4:59 PM EST each day. Trades left open past this time will be automatically closed by the system. We will not be responsible for any profit or loss realized as a result of this action.
- Automatic Liquidation:
If trades are not closed by 4:59 PM EST, the system will automatically liquidate them. Ensure all trades are closed on time to maintain control over your positions.
- Overnight Positions:
Overnight positions are not permitted. All positions must be closed by 4:59 PM EST daily.
- Futures vs. Stock Market Hours:
Futures markets provide near 24-hour access to accommodate global trading across time zones. They briefly close daily from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM EST for settlement and maintenance.
- Sunday Trading Considerations:
Sunday trading opens at 6:00 PM EST and often experiences lower liquidity compared to weekday sessions. Traders should plan accordingly and manage risk carefully.
- Market Holiday and Closure Information:
You can check the market calendar, including holidays and closures, on our Trading Platform or through the relevant exchange’s website.
- Market Break (5:00 PM to 6:00 PM EST):
The market is closed during this time for settlement and system updates. Trades cannot be placed or modified during the break.
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