1h 0m
Overlap
7h
Time Diff
16
Shared Holidays
Cross-region
Region
Live Market Status
After hours
Market opens in 11 hours 4 min
Pre-market
Market opens in 5 hours 34 min
Trading Hours Comparison
🇬🇧 London Stock Exchange
08:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London)
= 02:30 - 09:00 in Hong Kong Stock Exchange time
🇭🇰 Hong Kong Stock Exchange
09:30 - 12:00 (Asia/Hong_Kong)
13:00 - 16:00 (Asia/Hong_Kong)
= 15:00 - 23:30 in London Stock Exchange time
Lunch: 12:00 - 13:00
Trading Hours Overlap
London Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange share approximately 1 hour of overlap during regular trading sessions. This window is when both markets are simultaneously active, typically seeing higher liquidity for cross-listed securities.
Holiday Calendar Comparison
Shared Holidays (Both Closed)
🇬🇧 London Stock Exchange Upcoming Holidays
Early May Bank Holiday
May 4, 2026
Spring Bank Holiday
May 25, 2026
Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31, 2026
Christmas Day
Dec 25, 2026
Boxing Day
Dec 28, 2026
🇭🇰 Hong Kong Stock Exchange Upcoming Holidays
Ching Ming Festival (observed)
Apr 7, 2026
Labour Day
May 1, 2026
Buddha's Birthday (observed)
May 25, 2026
Tuen Ng Festival
Jun 19, 2026
HKSAR Establishment Day
Jul 1, 2026
24
London Stock Exchange holidays/year
46
Hong Kong Stock Exchange holidays/year
Key Differences
| Feature | London Stock Exchange | Hong Kong Stock Exchange |
|---|---|---|
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 🇭🇰 Hong Kong |
| Timezone | Europe/London | Asia/Hong_Kong |
| Regular Hours | 08:00 - 16:30 | 09:30 - 12:00, 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Asset Class | equities | equities |
| Lunch Break | None | 12:00 - 13:00 |
| Pre-market | N/A | N/A |
| Holidays/Year | 24 | 46 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do London Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange have overlapping trading hours?
Yes, London Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange have approximately 1 hours and 0 minutes of overlapping trading hours each day when both markets are open.
What is the time difference between London Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange?
London Stock Exchange (Europe/London) and Hong Kong Stock Exchange (Asia/Hong_Kong) are approximately 7 hours apart. When it's market open at London Stock Exchange (08:00 local time), it's 15:00 at Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
What are the trading hours for London Stock Exchange?
London Stock Exchange regular trading hours are 08:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London).
What are the trading hours for Hong Kong Stock Exchange?
Hong Kong Stock Exchange regular trading hours are 09:30 - 12:00, 13:00 - 16:00 (Asia/Hong_Kong).
Do London Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange share any holidays?
Yes, London Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange share 16 holidays where both markets are closed on the same date (e.g., New Year's Day).
Can I trade on both London Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange in the same day?
Yes, since the markets overlap, you can actively trade on both exchanges during the overlapping window.
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