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What time is US Stock Market After-Hours Close?

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Your local time (UTC)
Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
Current reference (America/New_York)
Fri, Jun 26, 2026, 08:00 PM EDT

Schedule note: Extended-hours access varies by broker and venue. The timer follows Nasdaq's published 8:00 PM ET after-hours close on normal trading days; holidays, special closures, and broker-specific rules can change availability.

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Quick answer

US Stock Market After-Hours Close is currently tracked for Fri, Jun 26, 2026, 08:00 PM EDT. In your timezone, that is Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC.

Use the schedule note and official sources below before relying on the timer for live plans.

Time details

Official timezone
America/New_York
Your timezone
UTC
Category
Finance

About US Stock Market After-Hours Close

Nasdaq lists after-hours trading from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time on normal trading days. This page converts the common 8:00 PM ET extended-hours close into your local timezone.

Market sessions move quickly, and the difference between local time and exchange time matters. This page converts the official market schedule into your timezone for a faster trading-day check.

Detailed start time guide

US stock market after-hours trading is an extended session after the regular closing bell. Nasdaq lists after-hours trading from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time, and this page converts the common end time into your timezone.

Common after-hours close

Nasdaq lists after-hours trading from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time on normal trading days. The countdown above tracks the common 8:00 PM ET end of that extended session.

Broker access can vary

After-hours access, eligible securities, and order types can differ by broker and venue. Treat this as a timezone reference and confirm live trading availability with your broker.

After-hours versus the closing bell

The regular US stock market session closes at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. After-hours trading is a separate extended session that follows the regular close.

New York
Common after-hours close: 8:00 PM Eastern Time.
Regular market close
Separate session ending at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Europe and Africa
Often late evening or overnight locally.
Asia-Pacific
Often the following local day.

Schedule sources

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FAQ

+ What time does US stock market after-hours trading close?

Nasdaq lists after-hours trading from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time on normal trading days.

+ Is after-hours trading the same as the regular market close?

No. The regular US stock market session closes at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. After-hours trading is a separate extended-hours session.

+ Can everyone trade during after-hours trading?

Not necessarily. Extended-hours access and eligible order types depend on your broker and trading venue.

+ Is after-hours trading available on stock market holidays?

Trading schedules can change on holidays and special closure days. Check the official calendar and your broker before relying on the timer.

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