Exnes After Hours Trading

Traders often ask whether they can manage or open trades outside of standard market hours. The term Exness after hours trading refers to trading activity during times when global markets are closed or transitioning between sessions. While the Exness platform operates continuously, not all instruments are available 24/7, and trading conditions may change depending on the asset.

Exness After Hours Trading

What Is After Hours Trading?

After-hours trading generally means placing trades outside of traditional exchange hours. On Exness, this varies by asset type. Forex, for example, operates from Sunday 22:00 UTC to Friday 22:00 UTC. Once the market closes on Friday, most forex instruments become unavailable until the Sunday open.

Common after-hours periods:

Between Friday close and Sunday open (weekend gap)
Late nights between major sessions (e.g. NY close to Tokyo open)
Public holidays and trading breaks
Daily rollovers and swaps

Asset Trading Hours and After-Hours Availability

Asset Type	Regular Hours (UTC)	After Hours Status
Forex	Sun 22:00 – Fri 22:00	Closed on weekends
Cryptocurrencies	24/7	Always available
Indices	Based on local exchanges	Closed after exchange hours
Metals	Same as forex	Closed weekends
Energies	Exchange-dependent	Closed after sessions

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How Exness Handles After-Hours Conditions

Exness after hours trading doesn’t mean the platform goes offline — it continues to function, but asset availability and pricing may shift based on market access and liquidity.

What you might experience after hours:

Wider spreads due to lower liquidity
Slippage if you leave market orders open through session transitions
Gaps in price between Friday close and Sunday open
Rollover fees applied at set times
No execution for closed instruments

Impact of Events During After Hours

Event	Possible Effect
Friday close	Trades left open may gap on reopen
Sunday open	Orders filled at different prices
Low-volume hours	Spreads widen, orders may delay
Crypto activity	Market stays open, but volatility rises
Holiday schedule	Assets may be disabled temporarily

These changes are especially relevant for traders who hold positions over weekends or during quiet market hours.

Which Instruments Are Tradable After Hours?

Most instruments follow global market schedules. Only select assets remain available around the clock — primarily cryptocurrencies.

Not tradable after hours:

Major forex pairs (EUR/USD, GBP/USD)
Stock indices (NAS100, S&P 500)
Commodities and energies (XBR/USD, XTI/USD)
Precious metals (XAU/USD, XAG/USD)

Tradable after hours:

Cryptocurrencies (BTC/USD, ETH/USD, XRP/USD)

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Instrument Availability After Market Close

Instrument Type	After Hours Trading	Typical Conditions
Forex	❌	Closed weekends and holidays
Crypto	✔️	Higher spreads and volatility
Indices	❌	Based on exchange open times
Metals	❌	Aligned with forex sessions
Stocks	❌	Exchange hours only

Trading crypto on Exness during weekends is possible but requires caution due to price instability and changing spreads.

Risk of Holding Trades Over the Weekend

Let’s say you buy GBP/USD at 1.2500 on Friday. The market closes at 21:59 UTC. When it reopens Sunday, the price is 1.2450. Your stop-loss was at 1.2480.

Action	Expected Result	Actual Outcome	Reason
SL at 1.2480	Closed at 1.2480	Closed at 1.2450	Price gapped on open
No stop-loss	Trade remains open	Higher drawdown	No protection in place

This scenario shows why it’s important to understand risks associated with Exness after hours trading.

How to Prepare for After Hours on Exness

Close trades you don’t want to carry over the weekend
Review SL/TP levels and adjust for volatility
Check the trading schedule for holidays or early closures
Use smaller position sizes during low liquidity
Monitor news events before weekends

Tools to Help You Plan After Hours

Tool	Purpose	When to Use
Economic Calendar	Track market-moving events	Every Friday and Sunday
Swap Calendar	Review upcoming rollover costs	Midweek for planning
Margin Calculator	Estimate margin needs	Before placing trades
Crypto Panel	Monitor weekend crypto trading	Active during market closures

These tools are available in your Exness Personal Area or MetaTrader terminal.

Conclusion

Exness after hours trading involves more than just platform access — it’s about understanding what assets are available, how trading conditions shift, and what risks may arise when markets are closed. While crypto offers weekend opportunities, most traditional assets pause outside business hours.

Planning ahead, managing risk, and using platform tools can help you navigate these quieter periods with more control. Know your instruments, check the schedule, and avoid holding exposed positions through unpredictable gaps.

FAQ

1. Can I trade forex during the weekend on Exness?: No. Forex markets are closed from Friday 22:00 UTC until Sunday 22:00 UTC.
2. Are cryptocurrencies available during after hours?: Yes. Crypto instruments are available 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
3. What happens to my trades over the weekend?: They remain open but may be affected by price gaps at the Sunday market open.
4. Do spreads widen during after hours?: Yes. Lower liquidity typically leads to wider spreads and less predictable execution.
5. Where can I find exact trading hours for each instrument?: Visit the Exness Help Center or check the instrument schedule in your account dashboard.