What time does NASDAQ open?

Nasdaq Stock Exchange opens at 09:30 and closes at 16:00 (America/New_York), Monday – Friday.

What time does NASDAQ pre-market trading start?

Pre-market trading for NASDAQ starts at 4:00 AM Eastern Time (ET) and runs until the regular session opens at 9:30 AM. Pre-market trading allows investors to react to overnight news and earnings reports before the official market open.

What are NASDAQ after-hours trading hours?

NASDAQ after-hours trading runs from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) after the regular session closes. During after-hours, trading volume is typically lower and spreads may be wider than during regular hours.

Can I trade NASDAQ stocks outside regular hours?

Yes, NASDAQ offers extended trading hours including pre-market (4:00 AM – 9:30 AM ET) and after-hours (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET). Most major brokers support extended-hours trading, though liquidity is lower and prices can be more volatile. Check with your broker for specific extended-hours trading policies and fees.

What holidays does NASDAQ observe?

Nasdaq Stock Exchange observes 12 holidays in 2026, including major United States national holidays and financial market-specific closures. Check the holiday calendar above for the complete schedule.

What timezone is NASDAQ in?

Nasdaq Stock Exchange operates in America/New_York timezone. The current market time is displayed above, and you can compare it with other major financial centers in the world clock section.

What currency does NASDAQ trade in?

Nasdaq Stock Exchange trades in USD. It is located in United States and serves the Americas region.

Nasdaq Stock Exchange

Closed

New York, USA

USD

$31.96 trillion

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Current Status

Closed

Countdown to opening

00:00:00

Market Time (America/New_York)

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Trading Hours

Monday – Friday

Pre-Market04:00 – 09:30

Regular Session09:30 – 16:00

After-Hours16:00 – 20:00

Next Open

09:30

Monday, September 14, 2026

EDT

Market Overview

NASDAQ is known for its electronic trading system and is home to many technology companies, including Apple, Microsoft, and Google.

Market Cap

$31.96 trillion

Location

New York, USA

Official Website

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Key Facts

Founded in 1971
First electronic exchange
3,000+ listed companies
Tech-focused

Trading Info

Daily volume: ~$40 billion

NASDAQ CompositeNASDAQ-100

Major Sectors

Primary industry sectors represented

TechnologyBiotechnologyInternetSoftware

2026 Holiday Schedule

Nasdaq Stock Exchange trading holidays and special schedules

Thanksgiving Day

Thursday, November 26, 2026

Full Day

Day After Thanksgiving

Friday, November 27, 2026

Closes at 13:00

Early Close

Christmas Eve

Thursday, December 24, 2026

Closes at 13:00

Early Close

Christmas Day

Friday, December 25, 2026

Full Day

Next Holiday

Thanksgiving Day on November 26

Timezone Information

Market Timezone

America/New_York

UTC-04:00

Current Time

22:53:59

Daylight Saving

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