British media: London Stock Exchange Group considers launching 24-hour trading

PANews on July 20th reported that according to the Financial Times, the London Stock Exchange Group is considering launching 24-hour trading. As the demand from small investors active outside normal business hours grows, exchanges are competing to extend stock trading hours. According to informed sources, the London Stock Exchange Group is studying the feasibility of extending trading hours, covering the required technology and regulatory impacts. One source stated that the London Stock Exchange is "indeed seriously considering this matter, whether implementing 24-hour trading or extending trading hours," and added that the exchange group is conducting "important discussions at the commercial, policy, and regulatory levels" on this "ongoing issue". Another informed source said that this exploration is part of a broader discussion about potential new products and services.