U.S. stock after-hours trading does not normally start on Sunday. Nasdaq after-hours trading runs from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, although individual brokers may offer different extended-hours access.
When Do U.S. Stock-Index Futures Reopen on Sunday?
Major U.S. stock-index futures generally reopen at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Sunday.
| Market | Sunday reopening time | Time zone |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 futures, including E-mini and Micro E-mini contracts | 6:00 p.m. | Eastern Time |
| Nasdaq-100 futures | 6:00 p.m. | Eastern Time |
| Dow Jones futures | 6:00 p.m. | Eastern Time |
CME Group lists major U.S. equity-index futures as trading from 6:00 p.m. Sunday until 5:00 p.m. Friday Eastern Time. The market has a daily maintenance break from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
For other markets:
- Individual stocks and ETFs: There is no standard Sunday after-hours session. Trading resumes during the broker's Monday pre-market session, often at 4:00 a.m. Eastern Time, though availability varies by broker.
- Forex and cryptocurrency: These markets follow different schedules. Check the specific broker or exchange before trading.
The short answer is 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Sunday for major U.S. stock-index futures. Regular stocks and ETFs do not have a standard Sunday after-hours session.