Odaily Planet Daily reports: The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced that it will hold a roundtable discussion on September 17, 2026, to examine initiatives aimed at transitioning the U.S. stock market to a 24-hour trading model. The meeting will focus on preparations for overnight trading, the operation and resilience of round-the-clock markets, and the opportunities and challenges associated with extending trading hours.
SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins said that the U.S. stock market is moving toward a "new day and night," as extended overnight trading could align U.S. markets with global markets that already operate continuously, while still balancing investor protection and market stability.
This roundtable will be held at the SEC’s headquarters in Washington and will be livestreamed on the SEC’s official website. The SEC stated that the detailed agenda and list of participants will be announced later, and the public will be invited to submit comments on 24-hour trading.
