2025 Latest Global Stock Market Trading Hours and Corresponding Table for Taiwan

The Gate analyst team has organized the opening and closing times of major global stock markets in 2025, along with their correspondence to Taiwan time, hoping to provide a reference for investors. This article will focus on the trading hours of the US stock market and briefly list the trading periods of other major markets.

Overview of Major Global Stock Market Trading Hours

Stock markets in different countries and regions have varying opening and closing times due to time zone differences. Below are the trading hours for major markets (, all in local time ):

• US Stock Market: 09:30-16:00
• China A-shares: 09:30-11:30, 13:00-15:00
• Japan Stock Market: 09:00-11:30, 12:30-15:00
• UK Stock Market: 08:00-16:30
• Hong Kong Stock Market: 09:15-16:00
• German Stock Market: 08:00-22:00

Investors need to be aware that some markets may experience time difference changes due to daylight saving time adjustments.

Detailed Explanation of U.S. Stock Trading Hours

As the largest stock market in the world, the trading hours of the US stock market are of great interest. Below are the main trading hours of the US stock market ( Eastern Time ):

• Regular Trading: Monday to Friday 09:30-16:00
• Pre-market Trading: Monday to Friday 04:00-09:30
• After-hours trading: Monday to Friday 16:00-20:00

It is important to note that the United States implements Daylight Saving Time, which causes changes in the time difference with Asia. During the summer period from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November, the regular trading hours for U.S. stocks correspond to Taiwan time from 21:30 to 04:00. During non-summer periods, the hours are from 22:30 to 05:00.

Introduction to US Stock Exchanges

There are several stock exchanges in the United States, among which the three most well-known are:

1. New York Stock Exchange ( NYSE ): the largest stock exchange in the world, with over 3,500 listed companies.

2. NASDAQ (: The world's first electronic stock market, mainly listing high-tech companies.

3. American Stock Exchange ) AMEX (: has now merged with NYSE, focusing on small and mid-sized stocks.

Although these exchanges operate independently, their opening and closing times are basically the same.

US Stock Market Holiday Schedule

The main stock market holidays in the US for 2025 are as follows:

• January 1: New Year's Day
• January 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• February 17: Presidents' Day
• April 18: Good Friday
• May 26: Memorial Day for Fallen Soldiers
• July 4th: Independence Day
• September 1: Labor Day
• November 27: Thanksgiving
• December 25: Christmas

In addition, on the day before certain holidays, the market will close three hours early. Investors must pay attention to the market closure arrangements to avoid missing trading opportunities.

Global Trading Platform Selection

With the globalization of financial markets, investors can participate in overseas market trading through various channels. Gate, as an international trading platform, provides users with trading services in multiple global markets, including stocks, indices, foreign exchange, and various other products.

Gate platform advantages:

• Covering major markets worldwide
• 24-hour trading
• Support for long and short positions
• Provide risk management tools
• Low minimum investment threshold

However, investors must also remember that derivatives such as contracts for difference carry high risks, and it is essential to invest rationally and operate cautiously.

*Disclaimer: This article is for reference only and does not constitute any investment advice. Investment carries risks, and one should be cautious when entering the market.