Our Mission
Global Market Hours exists to answer one simple question: "Is the market open now?"
Whether you're an active trader, investor, financial professional, or market enthusiast, knowing when exchanges are open is fundamental. We aggregate official trading hours, holidays, and early close schedules from 35 major stock exchanges across 33 countries into one fast, easy-to-use resource.
Our goal is to provide accurate, real-time market status information with proper timezone handling, making it easy to track global markets regardless of where you are in the world.
Key Features
Real-Time Status
Live market status with accurate countdown timers to next market event (open, close, or holiday).
Timezone Support
View market hours in local or exchange timezone. Handles DST transitions automatically.
Holiday Calendars
Comprehensive holiday schedules and early close dates. Download ICS files for your calendar app.
Global Coverage
35 exchanges across 33 countries including US, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and emerging markets.
Verified Sources
All data sourced from official exchange websites. Each page includes source links and verification date.
Fast & Simple
No registration. No paywalls. Clean, fast interface optimized for mobile and desktop.
Market Coverage
We currently track 35 major stock exchanges:
Coverage focuses on equities markets. Bond markets, derivatives, and commodities exchanges may be added in future updates.
How It Works
Data Collection
We collect trading hours, holiday schedules, and early close dates from official exchange sources and regulatory calendars.
Verification
All data is verified quarterly and updated immediately when exchanges announce schedule changes. Last verification date is displayed on each exchange page.
Real-Time Calculation
Market status (open, closed, lunch break, holiday, early close) is calculated in real-time using the exchange's local timezone.
Display
Status and countdowns are presented in an easy-to-read format with options to view in your local timezone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Market Hours?
Global Market Hours is a comprehensive resource for tracking stock exchange trading hours, holidays, and market status across major financial markets worldwide. We provide real-time market status, countdowns to market open/close, and downloadable calendar files.
How accurate is the data?
We source our data directly from official exchange websites and regulatory sources. Each exchange page includes source links and the last verification date. However, schedules can change, and we always recommend verifying with official sources for critical trading decisions.
Is this financial advice?
No. Global Market Hours is an informational service only. Nothing on this website constitutes financial, investment, or trading advice. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
How often is data updated?
Market status is calculated in real-time based on official exchange schedules. Holiday calendars and trading hours are verified quarterly and updated whenever exchanges announce schedule changes.
Important Disclaimer
NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE: Global Market Hours is an informational service only. Nothing on this website constitutes financial, investment, or trading advice. Market hours and holidays can change without notice. Always verify critical information with official exchange sources before making trading decisions.
We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee that all information is current, complete, or error-free at all times. See our Terms of Service for full disclaimers and limitations of liability.
Get in Touch
Have feedback, found an error, want to suggest a new exchange, or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you.
Or email us directly at contact@markethourslive.com