24/5 Trading
Trade Beyond Market Hours
Markets move beyond the opening and closing bells. Lightspeed Trader Pro offers 24/5 trading in eligible U.S. equities and extended-hours trading in select stock and ETF options, giving active traders more flexibility to respond to market developments.
24/5 Equities Trading
Access U.S. Equity
Markets Beyond Regular Trading Hours
Market developments don’t follow a traditional schedule. With 24/5 trading in eligible U.S. equities, Lightspeed Trader Pro provides expanded access to trading opportunities outside regular market hours.
Key benefits:
Access eligible U.S. equities during overnight sessions.
Respond to global market developments.
Manage positions beyond traditional trading hours.
Use Lightspeed Trader Pro’s professional trading tools.
Extended-Hours Options Trading
More Flexibility for Options Traders
Lightspeed Trader Pro supports extended-hours trading in select U.S. stock and ETF options, expanding access to options markets before and after the regular trading session.
Trading Hours (ET)
| Session | Hours |
|---|---|
| Pre-Market | 7:30 AM – 9:25 AM |
| Regular Market | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Post-Market | 4:00 PM – 4:15 PM |
Advanced Order Entry
Configure orders using customizable order entry tools.
Real-Time Market Data
Monitor eligible securities and available market information.
Risk Management Tools
Manage positions and monitor trading exposure.
Customizable Workspace
Configure your trading environment to support your workflow.
Trading Technology
Professional Trading Tools.
Expanded Market Access.
Extended trading hours are only part of the experience. Lightspeed Trader Pro combines expanded market access with customizable technology designed for active traders.
Understanding Extended-Hours Trading
Know the Market Conditions Before You Trade
Trading outside regular market hours introduces considerations that can affect pricing and execution.
Reduced liquidity, wider bid-ask spreads, and increased volatility may influence trading conditions during overnight,
premarket, and postmarket sessions.
Understanding these market dynamics is an important part of evaluating extended-hours trading opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I trade stocks overnight with Lightspeed Trader Pro?
Lightspeed Trader Pro supports 24/5 trading in eligible U.S. equities, providing access to trading sessions outside regular market hours.
Can I trade options before the market opens?
Yes. Extended-hours options trading is available for select U.S. stock and ETF options beginning at 7:30 AM ET.
Can I trade options after the market closes?
Eligible options may be traded during the postmarket session from 4:00 PM to 4:15 PM ET.
Are all stocks and options eligible for extended-hours trading?
No. Availability depends on the security, trading session, and applicable market requirements.
What are the risks of extended-hours trading?
Extended-hours trading may involve reduced liquidity, increased volatility, wider bid-ask spreads, and differences in order execution.
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