SEC Greenlights 24-Hour Stock Trading Revolution

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has approved the first 24-hour stock exchange, 24 Exchange, backed by Point72 Ventures. This marks a shift towards continuous trading, aligning with the growing demand from retail investors for round-the-clock market access. The exchange will initially operate during regular hours before expanding to overnight sessions, with a daily one-hour pause for maintenance. This development follows similar moves by other trading platforms, reflecting a trend towards extended trading hours in the U.S. equity markets.