The possibility that the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) extends its operating schedule 24 hours a day and seven days a week has aroused great interest in the financial sector. According to him Financial Timesthe NYSE Data Analysis Department has sent a survey to market participants to evaluate their interest in this measure, which reflects a growing demand to expand negotiation schedules.
This movement could be a response to the pressure exerted by the cryptodivis market, where assets are negotiated uninterruptedly on global platforms. In addition, initiatives such as 24 Exchange, a market that seeks to operate without interruptions and has the support of the Point72 Risk Fund, are gaining relevance and questioning the traditional structure of the stock exchanges.
Unlike other markets such as currency, stock market indexes or US Treasury bonds, which already operate in extended schedules, traditional stock exchanges have maintained a more restricted scheme. However, adapting to a continuous operation model would mean great challenges, including constant regulatory supervision and the availability of personnel at all times.
While the final decision is yet to be taken, the possibility of a NYSE without limited schedules would mark a before and after in the financial markets. Is this the new era of investment without temporary borders?