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London Stock Exchange Explores Possibility of 24-Hour Trading Hours: Report

The London Stock Exchange operator is exploring the possibility of implementing round-the-clock trading to appeal to younger and international investors in the UK market.
This move responds to increasing overnight trading activity on smartphone platforms and follows similar extensions planned by US and European exchanges.
LSEG is engaging in commercial, technical, and regulatory discussions while weighing impacts on liquidity, dual listings, and market infrastructure.
Hargreaves Lansdown described the 24-hour trading consideration as a "bold" step but doubted it would improve UK market attractiveness for companies significantly.
If implemented, the extension could boost market turnover and retail participation but also raise challenges, including price volatility and exposure risks after hours.

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