By Reuters
March 7, 2025 – 7:50 AM PST
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(Reuters) – Nasdaq Inc. (NDAQ.O) plans to introduce 24-hour trading on its flagship U.S. exchange to capitalize on growing global demand for U.S. equities, a senior executive said in a social media post on Friday.
International demand for the lucrative U.S. equity market has surged in recent years, driven by rising retail participation, increasing financial literacy, and easier access to digital trading platforms.
The exchange operator has started discussions with regulators and expects to launch in the second half of 2026, Nasdaq President Tal Cohen wrote in a LinkedIn post.
The appeal of the U.S. financial markets – backed by depth, liquidity, and a robust regulatory framework – has prompted exchanges and financial firms to seek new methods to expand…
