2h 0m
Overlap
5h
Time Diff
11
Shared Holidays
Cross-region
Region
Live Market Status
Market is open
Closes in 5 minutes
After hours
Market opens in 11 hours 5 min
Trading Hours Comparison
🇺🇸 New York Stock Exchange
09:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
= 03:00 - 11:30 in London Stock Exchange time
Pre-market: 04:00 - 09:30
After-hours: 16:00 - 20:00
🇬🇧 London Stock Exchange
08:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London)
= 14:30 - 21:00 in New York Stock Exchange time
Trading Hours Overlap
New York Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange share approximately 2 hours 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)
🇺🇸 New York Stock Exchange Upcoming Holidays
Memorial Day
May 25, 2026
Juneteenth
Jun 19, 2026
Independence Day
Jul 3, 2026
Labor Day
Sep 7, 2026
Thanksgiving Day
Nov 26, 2026
🇬🇧 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
30
New York Stock Exchange holidays/year
24
London Stock Exchange holidays/year
Key Differences
| Feature | New York Stock Exchange | London Stock Exchange |
|---|---|---|
| Country | 🇺🇸 United States | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Europe/London |
| Regular Hours | 09:30 - 16:00 | 08:00 - 16:30 |
| Asset Class | equities | equities |
| Lunch Break | None | None |
| Pre-market | 04:00 - 09:30 | N/A |
| Holidays/Year | 30 | 24 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do New York Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange have overlapping trading hours?
Yes, New York Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange have approximately 2 hours and 0 minutes of overlapping trading hours each day when both markets are open.
What is the time difference between New York Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange?
New York Stock Exchange (America/New_York) and London Stock Exchange (Europe/London) are approximately 5 hours apart. When it's market open at New York Stock Exchange (09:30 local time), it's 14:30 at London Stock Exchange.
What are the trading hours for New York Stock Exchange?
New York Stock Exchange regular trading hours are 09:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York). Pre-market trading starts at 04:00.
What are the trading hours for London Stock Exchange?
London Stock Exchange regular trading hours are 08:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London).
Do New York Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange share any holidays?
Yes, New York Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange share 11 holidays where both markets are closed on the same date (e.g., New Year's Day).
Can I trade on both New York Stock Exchange and London 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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