XM Trading Hours
XM Trading Hours
XM’s trading hours run from early Monday morning to early Saturday morning, aligning with the opening hours of major foreign exchange markets worldwide. Trading is available nearly 24 hours a day, except during scheduled maintenance periods. Cryptocurrency CFDs, in particular, are generally available for trading 24/7, including weekends. Please note that trading hours may vary by product and can change due to factors such as daylight saving time adjustments in different countries, as well as national and New Year holidays.
In the FX market, which operates 24 hours a day on weekdays, each country’s market opens and closes in succession throughout the day. Understanding the most active trading periods is therefore extremely important. We recommend familiarizing yourself with the characteristics and trends of each market and focusing your trading on the times that offer the greatest opportunities within the 24-hour cycle.
Trading is available nearly 24 hours a day, from early Monday morning until early Saturday morning.
XMTrading generally offers trading 24 hours a day, from early Monday morning to early Saturday morning, excluding maintenance periods and holidays. However, trading hours may vary for certain currency pairs and CFD products, including precious metals, stocks, commodities, stock indices, energy, and thematic indices. Cryptocurrency CFDs are typically available for trading 24/7, including weekends.
XM FX currency pair trading hours (Japan time)
XMTrading’s trading hours for FX currency pairs are as follows:
| Product (brand) | Daylight Saving Time | Winter time |
| All currency pairs | Monday 6:05 to Saturday 5:50 | Monday 7:05 to Saturday 6:50 |
| All currency pairs | |
| Daylight Saving Time | Monday 6:05 to Saturday 5:50 |
| Winter time | Monday 7:05 to Saturday 6:50 |
XM Precious Metals CFD Trading Hours (Japan Time)
XMTrading’s trading hours for precious metal CFDs, such as GOLD and SILVER, are as follows. Please note that on Fridays, the market closes earlier than usual.
| Product | Daylight Saving Time | Winter time |
| GOLD | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
| SILVER | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
| XAUEUR | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
| PLAT | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
| PALL | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
| GOLD | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
| Winter time | 8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
| SILVER | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
| Winter time | 8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
| XAUEUR | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
| Winter time | 8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:50 the next day on Fridays only) |
| PLAT | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
| Winter time | 8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
| PALL | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
| Winter time | 8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
XM Stock CFD Trading Hours (Japan Time)
The trading hours for the most popular stocks among XMTrading’s 1,313 stock CFDs are as follows. Stock CFD trading hours correspond to the operating hours of the exchange where each stock is listed and are also influenced by national holidays, which means hours and holidays vary by stock. Additionally, trading hours are affected by daylight saving time, so please be aware of the transitions between summer and winter time.
| Product (brand) | Daylight Saving Time | Winter time |
| Airbus | 16:10 to 0:25 the next day | 17:10 to 1:25 the next day |
| ALIBABA | 22:40 to 4:55 the next day | 23:40 to 5:55 the next day |
| Amazon | 22:40 to 4:55 the next day | 23:40 to 5:55 the next day |
| Airbus | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 16:10 to 0:25 the next day |
| Winter time | 17:10 to 1:25 the next day |
| ALIBABA | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 22:40 to 4:55 the next day |
| Winter time | 23:40 to 5:55 the next day |
| Amazon | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 22:40 to 4:55 the next day |
| Winter time | 23:40 to 5:55 the next day |
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Stock CFDs are only available on MT5 accounts.
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For Greek stocks, trading is temporarily unavailable on the third Friday of each month from 20:44 to 21:01 (19:44 to 20:01 during daylight saving time) due to market closure.
XM Commodity CFD Trading Hours (Japan Time)
XMTrading’s commodity CFD trading hours are as follows. Please note that HGCOP (HG Copper) closes earlier than usual on Fridays.
| Product (brand) | Daylight Saving Time | Winter time |
| COCOA | 17:50 to 2:25 the next day | 18:50 to 3:25 the next day |
| COFFEE | 17:20 to 2:25 the next day | 18:20 to 3:25 the next day |
| CORN | 9:05-21:40 22:35-3:10 the next day |
10:05-22:40 23:35-4:10 the next day |
| COCOA | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 17:50 to 2:25 the next day |
| Winter time | 18:50 to 3:25 the next day |
| COFFEE | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 17:20 to 2:25 the next day |
| Winter time | 18:20 to 3:25 the next day |
| CORN | |
| Daylight Saving Time | 9:05-21:40 22:35-3:10 the next day |
| Winter time | 10:05-22:40 23:35-4:10 the next day |
XM Stock Index CFD Trading Hours (Japan Time)
XMTrading’s stock index CFD trading hours are as follows. Stock index CFDs are available as both spot and futures, but both types share the same trading hours. Please note that some stock index CFDs close earlier than usual on Fridays.
| Product (brand) | Daylight Saving Time | Winter time |
| AUS200 | 6:55-13:25 14:25-4:55 (Fridays only, closing at 4:45 the following morning) |
7:55-14:25 15:25-5:55 (Fridays only, closing at 5:45 the following morning) |
| CA60 | 15:05～22:10 22:35～5:15 |
16:05～23:10 23:35～6:15 |
| ChinaH | 9:20-11:55 13:05-16:25 17:20-2:55 the next day |
10:20-12:55 14:05-17:25 18:20-3:55 the next day |
| AUS200 | |
| 夏時間 | 6:55～13:25 14:25～4:55 （金曜日のみ翌 4:45閉場） |
| 冬時間 | 7:55～14:25 15:25～5:55 （金曜日のみ翌 5:45閉場） |
| CA60 | |
| 夏時間 | 15:05～22:10 22:35～5:15 |
| 冬時間 | 16:05～23:10 23:35～6:15 |
| ChinaH | |
| 夏時間 | 9:20～11:55 13:05～16:25 17:20～翌 2:55 |
| 冬時間 | 10:20～12:55 14:05～17:25 18:20～翌 3:55 |
XM Energy CFD Trading Hours (Japan Time)
XMTrading’s energy CFD trading hours are as follows. Energy CFDs are available in both spot and futures formats, with identical trading hours for each. Please note that energy CFDs close earlier than usual on Fridays.
| Product (brand) | Daylight Saving Time | Winter time |
| BRENT | 6:00-6:55 9:05-6:00 (Mondays only: 9:05-6:00) (Fridays only: closes at 5:10) |
7:00-7:55 10:05-7:00 (Mondays only: 10:05-7:00) (Fridays only: closes at 6:10) |
| GSOIL | 9:05am – 5:55am (closes at 5:10am on Fridays only) |
10:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
| NGAS | 7:05 to 5:55 the next day (closes at 5:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
8:05 to 6:55 the next day (closes at 6:10 the next day on Fridays only) |
| BRENT | |
| 夏時間 | 6:00～6:55 9:05～翌 6:00 （月曜日のみ9:05～翌 6:00） （金曜日のみ翌 5:10閉場） |
| 冬時間 | 7:00～7:55 10:05～翌 7:00 （月曜日のみ10:05～翌 7:00） （金曜日のみ翌 6:10閉場） |
| GSOIL | |
| 夏時間 | 9:05～翌 5:55 （金曜日のみ翌 5:10閉場） |
| 冬時間 | 10:05～翌 6:55 （金曜日のみ翌 6:10閉場） |
| NGAS | |
| 夏時間 | 7:05～翌 5:55 （金曜日のみ翌 5:10閉場） |
| 冬時間 | 8:05～翌 6:55 （金曜日のみ翌 6:10閉場） |
XM Thematic Index CFD Trading Hours (Japan Time)
XMTrading’s thematic index CFD trading hours are as follows. Additionally, Crypto_10 and Altocoins_INDX are generally available for trading 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays.
| Product (brand) | Daylight Saving Time | Winter time |
| AI_INDX | 22:40 to 4:50 the next day | 23:40 to 5:50 the next day |
| ChinaInternet | 22:40 to 4:50 the next day | 23:40 to 5:50 the next day |
| Crypto_10 | Trading available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (Saturdays only, closing from 16:05 to 16:35) |
Trading available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (Saturdays only, closing from 17:05 to 17:35) |
| AI_INDX | |
| 夏時間 | 22:40～翌 4:50 |
| 冬時間 | 23:40～翌 5:50 |
| ChinaInternet | |
| 夏時間 | 22:40～翌 4:50 |
| 冬時間 | 23:40～翌 5:50 |
| Crypto_10 | |
| 夏時間 | 週7日24時間取引可能 （土曜日のみ16:05～16:35閉場） |
| 冬時間 | 週7日24時間取引可能 （土曜日のみ17:05～17:35閉場） |
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Thematic index CFDs are only available on MT5 for Standard and KIWAMI accounts.
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Crypto_10 and Altocoins_INDX can be traded on Saturdays and Sundays; however, trading is unavailable for 30 minutes every Saturday from 16:05 to 16:35 (17:05 to 17:35 during winter time) due to system maintenance.
XM Cryptocurrency CFD Trading Hours (Japan Time)
XMTrading’s cryptocurrency CFD trading hours are as follows: Cryptocurrency CFDs are generally available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends, with the exception of a 30-minute closure on Saturday afternoons for maintenance. This allows active trading even on weekends, when FX and other CFD products are not available.
| Product (brand) | Daylight Saving Time | Winter time |
| A total of 58 brands | Trading available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (Saturdays only, closing from 16:05 to 16:35) |
Trading available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (Saturdays only, closing from 17:05 to 17:35) |
| 全58銘柄 | |
| 夏時間 | 週7日24時間取引可能 【土曜日のみ】 16:05～16:35閉場 |
| 冬時間 | 週7日24時間取引可能 【土曜日のみ】 17:05～17:35閉場 |
Detailed instructions for checking the trading hours of each stock are provided in the XM MT4/MT5 User Guide, complete with clear, easy-to-understand illustrations.
With XM MT4/MT5, you can execute orders and settlements, check trading conditions, manage your account, set indicators, and more. For detailed instructions on using XM MT4/MT5, please refer to the “XM MT4/MT5 User Guide.”
XM’s transition periods between summer time and winter time
XM trading hours follow two different time zones: Daylight Saving Time (GMT+3) and Standard (Winter) Time (GMT+2). Daylight Saving Time moves the clock forward by one hour during the summer months to make better use of daylight. As a result, trading hours and economic indicator releases occur one hour earlier than during Standard Time, so please keep this in mind when trading with XM.
The switch between summer time and winter time varies by country. In Cyprus, where XM’s headquarters are located, the change occurs at the times shown below. At XM, the time displayed on MT4/MT5 will be adjusted by one hour accordingly.
The period when XM switches between summer time and winter time
| XM Daylight Saving Time (GMT+3) | XM Winter Time (GMT+2) |
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From the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October
Example: Trading hours for FX currency pairs
Japan time 6:05 to 5:50 the next day
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From the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March
Example: Trading hours for FX currency pairs
7:05 to 6:50 the next day (Japan time)
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| XMの夏時間（GMT+3） |
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3月の最終日曜日～10月の最終日曜日まで
例）FX通貨ペアの取引時間
日本時間 6:05～翌 5:50
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| XMの冬時間（GMT+2） |
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10月の最終日曜日～3月の最終日曜日まで
例）FX通貨ペアの取引時間
日本時間 7:05～翌 6:50
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The above indicates the summer/winter time change period applied to XMTrading’s MT4/MT5. Please note that this may differ from the time change periods observed in the actual trading markets of each country.
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The trading hours for each XM product are determined by the trading markets of their respective countries. As a result, the summer and winter time changeover periods may vary depending on the product.
XM MT4/MT5 Server Time and Its Correspondence to Japan Time
XMTrading’s MT4 (MetaTrader 4) and MT5 (MetaTrader 5) operate on Cyprus standard time, where XM’s headquarters are located. Therefore, when checking Japan time on XM’s MT4/MT5, you will need to account for the time difference between Japan and Cyprus.
Cyprus time is GMT+2 (GMT+3 during daylight saving time), while Japan time is GMT+9. This means the time difference is 7 hours (6 hours during daylight saving time). To convert MT4/MT5 server time to Japan time, simply add 7 hours during standard time and 6 hours during daylight saving time.
Time Difference Between XM MT4/MT5 Server Time and Japan Time
| Daylight Saving Time (GMT+3) | Winter time (GMT+2) |
| Time difference with Japan: 6 hours (MT4/MT5 display time +6 hours ) |
Time difference with Japan: 7 hours (MT4/MT5 display time +7 hours ) |
| 夏時間（GMT+3） |
| 日本との時差：6時間 （MT4/MT5表示時間に+6時間） |
| 冬時間（GMT+2） |
| 日本との時差：7時間 （MT4/MT5表示時間に+7時間） |
What is GMT?
GMT stands for Greenwich Mean Time and serves as the global standard for determining time. Japan is 9 hours ahead of GMT (GMT+0) year-round, making it GMT+9.
XM Trading Hours for Christmas, New Year, and Public Holidays
XM is closed on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as during the Christmas and New Year holidays. Please note that trading hours for certain stocks may change or be suspended due to national holidays in various countries. XM’s trading hours are not affected by Japanese holidays such as Golden Week.
XM will notify clients of any changes to trading hours during the Christmas and New Year holidays, as well as national holidays in different countries, via emails titled ‘Important Notices’ as the holidays approach. Please make sure not to miss these updates regarding market closures. For your reference, the trading hours and closure schedule for Christmas and New Year 2024 will be as follows.
XM Trading Hours for Christmas and New Year 2024
| date | Brand | Trading Hours |
| Tuesday, December 24, 2024 | AUS200Cash | Early closing at 12:25 |
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HK50CashChinaHCash
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Early closing at 12:55 | |
| UK Stocks | Early closing at 9:25pm | |
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FRA40CashFRA40-JAN25
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Early closing at 9:50 PM | |
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NETH25CASHSPAIN35CashUK100CashUK100-MAR25French stocksDutch stocksSpanish StocksBelgian stocksPortuguese Stocks
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Early closing at 9:55 PM | |
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CORN-MAR25SBEAN-MAR25WHEAT-MAR25
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Early closing at 22:40 | |
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CA60CashAmerican stocksBrazilian StocksCanadian Stocks
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Early closing at 26:55 | |
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FX Currency PairsCOCOA-MAR25COFFEE-MAR25HGCOPBRENT-FEBBRENT-MAR25BRENTCashGSOIL-JAN25NGAS-FEB25NGASCashOIL-FEB25OILMn-FEB25OILCashGOLDXAUEURSILVERXPTUSDXPDUSDPALL-MAR25PLAT-APR25JP225CashJP225-MAR25US100CashUS100-MAR25US30CashUS30-MAR25US500CashUS500-MAR25US2000CashVIX-JAN25USDX-MAR25BTGUSD
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Early closing at 27:00 | |
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EU50CashEU50-MAR25GER40CashGER-MAR25GerTech30CashGerMid50CashIT40CashSWI20CashSWI20-MAR25German StocksSwiss stocksItalian stocksGreek stocksSwedish stocksFinnish stocksNorwegian StocksAustrian Stocks
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Closed | |
| Other (excluding virtual currencies) | Regular trading hours |
| 2024年12月24日（火） | |
| AUS200Cash | 12:25に早い閉場 |
| HK50Cash ChinaHCash |
12:55に早い閉場 |
| イギリス株式 | 21:25に早い閉場 |
| FRA40Cash FRA40-JAN25 |
21:50に早い閉場 |
All times shown are in Japan time.
Between Christmas and New Year, many traders close their positions and take holidays, leading to lower trading volumes and increased market volatility. Please exercise caution and apply proper risk management when trading during this period.
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Please note that XM’s Support Desk opening hours may vary during the New Year holidays.
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Even during the New Year holidays, you can open an account, submit identification documents, and make deposits by credit card. However, depending on the deposit method, some services may be restricted during this period. Please refer to the service information of each provider for details.
After-Hours Trading
XMTrading does not permit orders or settlements outside trading hours. However, since the market continues to move even during these periods, significant fluctuations may occur, leading to a large difference between the weekend closing price and the opening price of the following week. This phenomenon is known as a ‘gap.’
Outside XM’s trading hours, not only are regular orders and settlements not executed, but limit orders, stop-loss orders, and forced stop-loss orders are also inactive. As a result, when a gap occurs, settlements may be executed at prices far from the stop-loss level, potentially causing unexpected losses. To avoid such losses, exercise caution and consider closing positions before holidays such as weekends, Christmas, and New Year.
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At XM, chart movements may occur up to 5 minutes before the market opens and 10 minutes after it closes. Please note that even during these movements, you cannot place orders or execute settlements.
XMTrading allows forex trading 24 hours a day, five days a week, excluding Saturdays and Sundays, giving you access to global markets throughout the day. Cryptocurrency CFDs, however, can be traded 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends.
For more information on XM’s weekend trading and deposit/withdrawal rules, click here.
Trading hours for each country’s market
Unlike stocks, the foreign exchange market does not have a centralized exchange. The term ‘XX market’ refers to a major global city where trading is most active during a specific time period. Forex trading is available 24 hours a day as markets around the world open in succession. Each country’s market has its own local currencies and peak trading periods.
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The opening and closing times of each country’s markets vary depending on whether daylight saving time is in effect. For this reason, the trading hours above are presented according to general time zones.
Features of Oceania Trading Hours
Oceania trading hours begin around 5:00 AM when markets in Wellington, New Zealand, and Sydney, Australia, open. This period typically has the fewest market participants and the smallest price movements of the day. Due to the low trading volume, spreads tend to widen and sudden price fluctuations are more likely, earning this period the nickname the ‘devil’s hour.’
Since Oceania time marks the opening of the forex market, major news over the weekend can cause the Monday opening price to fluctuate significantly compared to the weekend closing price. Please note that stop-loss orders are not executed on weekends, as this is outside trading hours.
Features of Tokyo Trading Hours
Tokyo trading hours begin around 8:00 AM when the Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Singapore markets open sequentially. During this period, currency pairs related to China and Oceania tend to be more active, while Western currencies typically exhibit calmer movements.
The ‘mid-price’—the base rate set by each financial institution for the day—is determined around 9:55 AM Tokyo time. Prices often move more actively around this announcement, making short-term trades targeting the mid-price popular. Additionally, the 5th and 0th days of the month, known as ‘Gotoubi’ (the 50th day), are common settlement dates for Japanese companies, which can increase activity in the dollar/yen exchange rate for overseas payments. After 10:00 AM, once the mid-price has been announced, prices generally stabilize and remain calmer until European trading hours.
Features of European (London) Trading Hours
European (London) trading hours begin around 3:00 PM as European markets open sequentially, with the London market—home to the world’s largest trading volume—opening around 5:00 PM. This period is generally more volatile than Tokyo trading hours, as higher market participation leads to increased price movements.
In particular, European currency pairs such as the euro and pound tend to experience stronger price movements, often moving in the opposite direction to Tokyo time. Market activity usually calms somewhat around 7:00 PM, but after 10:00 PM—when European trading overlaps with New York time—activity reaches its peak for the day.
Features of New York Trading Hours
New York trading hours begin around 10:00 PM when the New York market opens, with the US dollar—an influential currency—traded actively. Market participation peaks during this period, making it the most volatile time of day until the London market closes. Major US economic indicators are often released during this time, with particularly significant price movements occurring when US employment statistics are announced.
Additionally, the ‘London Fix’ occurs around 1:00 AM the following morning (midnight during daylight saving time), which corresponds to the mid-price in Tokyo time. During this period, the euro and pound often experience significant fluctuations, especially toward the end of the month. Market activity generally calms around 2:00 AM after European trading closes, but large price movements can still occur if the FOMC announces updates or key figures make important statements during the night.
Key Trading Hours
Between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM Japan time, which overlaps with the closing hours of the Oceania and New York markets, there are fewer market participants and price movements tend to be moderate. In particular, from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM, when the three major markets—Japan, London, and New York—are all closed, trading volume is at its lowest and spreads often widen compared to other periods. Additionally, sudden price fluctuations can occur at any time when important economic indicators are released, so please exercise caution when trading.
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XM does not prohibit trading during index announcements; however, high-leverage trading intended to trigger stop-losses is not allowed in order to prevent abuse of the zero-cut system. If fraudulent activity is detected, penalties such as account freezing may be applied. Please exercise caution and avoid high-leverage trading during index announcements.
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What are XM’s trading hours during Christmas, New Year’s, and other holidays?
XM is closed during the Christmas and New Year holidays. Additionally, trading hours for certain instruments may change or be suspended due to national holidays in other countries. Updates on changes to trading hours or market closures will be announced on the XM official website and via email, so please be sure to check for notifications.
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XM’s MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5) servers display Cyprus Standard Time. The time difference with Japan is 6 hours (7 hours during winter), so Japan time can be calculated by adding 6 hours to the server time (or 7 hours in winter).
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What are the trading hours for XM CFD products?
At XM, trading hours differ for each CFD product, including precious metals, commodities, stocks, stock indices, and energy. To check the trading hours, right-click on the desired instrument in the quote window of MetaTrader 4 (MT4) or MetaTrader 5 (MT5), and then select ‘Specifications.
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Is weekend trading available with XM?
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