SEC Takes Extra Time on Nasdaq's Longer Trading Hours
Published Date: 5/15/2026
Notice
Summary
Nasdaq MRX wants to let people trade certain stock and index options for longer hours. The SEC is taking extra time, until June 29, 2026, to decide if this change is a good idea. This could mean more chances to trade and possibly more money-making opportunities for investors.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Proposal: Longer Hours for Options Trading
Nasdaq MRX filed a proposed rule change to adopt extended trading hours to allow trading of certain eligible equity options and index options. The Securities and Exchange Commission has extended its review and will act (approve, disapprove, or institute proceedings) by June 29, 2026.
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