What are standard forex trading hours?

The global forex market operates continuously from Sunday 22:00 UTC (Sydney open) to Friday 22:00 UTC (New York close). This 5-day, 24-hour schedule applies to all 29 brokers in this comparison. The market does not close during weekdays — when New York closes, Sydney has already opened. The only gap is the weekend (Friday 22:00 to Sunday 22:00 UTC). Some brokers adjust by 5-15 minutes at open/close for server maintenance.

Which brokers offer weekend trading?

28 of 29 brokers offer some form of weekend trading. The most common weekend asset is crypto CFDs (24/7). IG goes furthest with weekend forex (GBP/USD) and weekend index trading (Wall Street, Germany 40) on proprietary OTC pricing. Trading 212 is the only major EU-accessible broker with zero weekend trading — it does not offer crypto CFDs.

Can I trade crypto 24/7 with EU-regulated brokers?

Yes. 28 of 29 brokers offer 24/7 crypto CFD trading including weekends. The range varies from 4 coins (Interactive Brokers) to 200+ (Capital.com). Trading 212 is the notable exception — no crypto CFDs at all. Crypto CFDs trade around the clock because the underlying crypto market never closes, unlike stock or forex markets.

Which brokers offer pre-market and after-hours stock trading?

6 of 29 brokers offer extended-hours stock trading: Interactive Brokers (04:00–01:00 UTC, the widest window), Saxo Bank (pre-market/after-hours on US stocks), XTB (pre-market from 10:00 UTC, after-hours to 01:00 UTC), Swissquote (pre-market for real stocks), and Trading 212 (pre-market/after-hours on the Invest account). Interactive Brokers provides the most comprehensive extended-hours access across 90+ exchanges.

What timezone do forex broker platforms use?

Most MT4/MT5 brokers use EET (UTC+2, UTC+3 during DST) as the server timezone — this ensures daily candles close at midnight New York time. UK-headquartered brokers (IG, CMC Markets, Trading 212) use GMT/BST. Proprietary platforms vary: eToro and Capital.com use UTC; FXCM uses US Eastern Time; Saxo Bank, Plus500, and Interactive Brokers (TWS) allow user-configurable timezones.

Do trading hours change on public holidays?

Yes. Christmas Day (25 Dec) and New Year's Day (1 Jan) see full market closure at most brokers. Other holidays (US Thanksgiving, Easter, UK bank holidays) cause reduced hours or early closure on affected instruments. Crypto CFDs typically continue trading through holidays. Brokers publish holiday schedules 1-2 weeks in advance — check your broker's website or platform announcements.

Which broker has the most trading instruments?

By total instrument count: BlackBull Markets leads with 26,000 stock CFDs. For forex pairs: CMC Markets with 330. For crypto: Capital.com with 200. IG offers the broadest overall market access with 13,000+ stock CFDs, 80 forex pairs, 40 indices, and weekend trading on indices and forex — the most complete offering for traders who want continuous market exposure.

Why do some brokers close 5-10 minutes early on Friday?

Server maintenance and liquidity gaps. XM closes 10 minutes early (21:50 UTC) and opens 5 minutes late on Sunday (22:05 UTC). This 15-minute gap is wider than competitors like Pepperstone and IG which trade right up to 22:00. For most traders the difference is negligible, but scalpers and news traders holding positions through the weekly close should note the precise times.

June 2026 Edition

Forex Broker Trading Hours & Market Access Comparison

Name: Forex Broker Trading Hours & Market Access Comparison — June 2026
Creator: FX-Brokers.eu Markets Desk
Published: 2026-06-16
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

29 EU-accessible forex brokers compared by trading hours per asset class, weekend trading availability, pre-market/after-hours access, crypto 24/7 support, and instrument range.

Published 2026-06-1614 min read

Key Findings

Crypto 24/7

Weekend Trading

Extended Hours

No Weekend Trading

All 29 brokers offer the standard Sunday–Friday forex session. The differentiators are weekend crypto (24/7), pre-market/after-hours stock access, weekend index trading (IG only), and the depth of instrument coverage per asset class. Average forex pair count: 84.

Master Comparison Table

Ranked by trading hours score (0–10). Score reflects: instrument range, weekend trading breadth, extended-hours availability, crypto 24/7 depth, and overall market access quality.

#	Broker	FX Pairs	Indices	Commodities	Crypto	Stocks	24/7 Crypto	Weekend	Extended Hrs	Score
1	IG	80	40	35	12	13,000	Yes	Yes	Yes	9.7
2	Saxo Bank	185	50	40	9	23,000	Yes	Yes	Yes	9.5
3	Interactive Brokers	100	80	100	4	—	Yes	Yes	Yes	9.5
4	XTB	57	36	22	43	2,100	Yes	Yes	Yes	9.3
5	PepperstonePartner	62	28	22	23	900	Yes	Yes	No	9.2
6	CMC Markets	330	80	110	20	9,500	Yes	Yes	No	9.0
7	Capital.com	138	26	28	200	5,400	Yes	Yes	No	9.0
8	Swissquote	80	25	20	37	4,000	Yes	Yes	Yes	9.0
9	XM	57	29	15	32	1,300	Yes	Yes	No	8.8
10	BlackBull MarketsPartner	64	26	18	14	26,000	Yes	Yes	No	8.8
11	eToro	49	20	32	100	3,000	Yes	Yes	No	8.5
12	FxPro	70	24	17	29	2,100	Yes	Yes	No	8.5
13	IC Markets	61	25	22	21	1,600	Yes	Yes	No	8.5
14	ExnessNon-EU	96	13	10	35	100	Yes	Yes	No	8.3
15	Admirals	40	19	28	32	3,500	Yes	Yes	No	8.3
16	Forex.com	80	15	10	6	4,500	Yes	Yes	No	8.0
17	Eightcap	56	18	7	100	600	Yes	Yes	No	8.0
18	AvaTrade	55	33	17	17	600	Yes	Yes	No	8.0
19	Plus500	60	30	25	14	2,000	Yes	Yes	No	7.8
20	Tickmill	62	20	6	10	500	Yes	Yes	No	7.8
21	Fusion Markets	80	11	15	12	250	Yes	Yes	No	7.8
22	RoboForex	40	10	6	26	12,000	Yes	Yes	No	7.8
23	OANDA	70	16	8	8	—	Yes	Yes	No	7.5
24	Axi	70	30	20	30	50	Yes	Yes	No	7.5
25	Trading 212	180	35	25	—	8,000	No	No	Yes	7.5
26	Vantage MarketsNon-EU	44	16	10	40	800	Yes	Yes	No	7.5
27	FXTM	60	18	12	6	300	Yes	Yes	No	7.5
28	Equiti	58	15	8	6	500	Yes	Yes	No	7.3
29	FXCM	44	16	11	6	200	Yes	Yes	No	7.3

Weekend Trading Availability

The forex market closes at Friday 22:00 UTC and reopens Sunday 22:00 UTC — a 48-hour gap. For traders who want continuous market exposure, weekend trading options matter.

Tier 1: Full Weekend Trading (Forex + Indices + Crypto)

Only IG offers weekend forex (GBP/USD OTC), weekend indices (Wall Street, Germany 40), and crypto 24/7. This is unique in the EU-regulated broker space — no other broker provides weekend forex or index pricing.

Tier 2: Crypto-Only Weekend Trading

27 brokers offer crypto CFDs 24/7 as their only weekend trading option. Range varies dramatically: Capital.com (200+ crypto CFDs), Eightcap (100+ via Crypto Crusher), XTB (43), Vantage (40), Swissquote (37 including real crypto), and at the low end Interactive Brokers (4 via Paxos) and Forex.com (6).

Tier 3: No Weekend Trading

Trading 212is the only broker with zero weekend trading capability. It does not offer crypto CFDs, and the Invest account's real crypto is exchange-hours only. If weekend market access matters, Trading 212 is not suitable.

Pre-Market & After-Hours Stock Trading

6 brokers provide stock trading beyond standard exchange hours. This matters for European traders reacting to US earnings releases (typically announced 21:00–22:00 UTC, after the regular session closes).

Broker	Extended Hours Window (UTC)	Scope
IG	Weekend index trading (Sat 08:00 – Sun 21:40 UTC), All Sessions stock trading	Weekend indices, All Sessions stocks
Saxo Bank	Pre-market/after-hours for US stocks (08:00–01:00 UTC)	36 exchanges, US pre/after-hours
Interactive Brokers	Full pre-market (04:00 UTC) and after-hours (01:00 UTC) for US stocks. 90+ exchanges globally.	90+ exchanges, US pre/after-hours, real futures
XTB	Pre-market US stocks from 10:00 UTC, after-hours to 01:00 UTC	US stocks only, xStation 5
Swissquote	Pre-market US stocks available for real stock trading	US stocks (real stock trading)
Trading 212	Pre-market/after-hours for US stocks (Invest account)	US stocks (Invest account only)

Interactive Brokers provides the widest extended-hours window (04:00–01:00 UTC for US stocks — 21 hours of trading coverage vs the standard 6.5-hour session). For European traders who trade US earnings, this is a significant advantage. Saxo Bank and XTB offer similar capability with fewer exchanges.

Platform Timezone Analysis

Platform timezone affects how daily candles form, when daily swaps are charged, and how session boundaries are displayed. This matters for technical analysis and swap management.

Timezone	Brokers	Why It Matters
EET (UTC+2 / +3 DST)	Pepperstone, XM, BlackBull Markets, Forex.com, Tickmill, Equiti, Fusion Markets, Admirals, FxPro, Axi, Eightcap, AvaTrade, RoboForex, Vantage Markets, FXTM, IC Markets	Industry standard for MT4/MT5. Daily candle closes at midnight New York time (00:00 EET = 22:00 UTC = 17:00 ET). 5 weekday candles with no Sunday stub candle.
GMT/BST (UTC / +1 DST)	eToro, IG, CMC Markets, Plus500, OANDA, Exness, Capital.com, Trading 212	UK-headquartered brokers. Daily candle closes at 22:00 GMT (17:00 ET). Creates a short Sunday candle (2 hours) which some technical analysts dislike for weekly analysis.
UTC (GMT+0, no DST)	eToro, OANDA, Exness, Capital.com	No DST adjustment simplifies scheduling. Creates a 2-hour Sunday candle. eToro, Capital.com, and OANDA use this consistently.
CET (UTC+1 / +2 DST)	XTB, Saxo Bank, Swissquote	Central European time. Aligns with Eurozone business hours. Daily candle closes at 23:00 CET (22:00 UTC).
ET (UTC-5 / -4 DST)	FXCM	US Eastern Time. Uncommon for European traders. Daily candle closes at 17:00 ET. Can be confusing for CET/EET-based traders managing sessions.
User-configurable	Saxo Bank, Plus500, Interactive Brokers	Allows traders to set their preferred timezone in the platform UI. Best for multi-timezone traders or those who prefer local time display.

Instrument Range by Asset Class

More instruments do not automatically mean better — but for traders in non-London timezones (Nordic, CEE, Mediterranean), broader coverage means more tradable opportunities during local business hours when specific regional markets are active.

Forex Pairs

Range: 40–330 | Avg: 84

CMC Markets330

Saxo Bank185

Trading 212180

Capital.com138

Interactive Brokers100

Crypto CFDs

Range: 0–200 | 24/7 availability key

Capital.com200

eToro100

Eightcap100

XTB43

Vantage40

Stock CFDs

Range: 0–26,000 | Exchange hours apply

BlackBull Markets26,000

Saxo Bank23,000

IG13,000

RoboForex12,000

CMC Markets9,500

Broker-by-Broker Notes

Detailed trading hours assessment for each of the 29 brokers, ranked by score.

9.7

IGExcellent

IG offers the most extensive trading hours of any EU-accessible broker. Unique weekend index and forex trading on proprietary OTC pricing (Saturday–Sunday). "All Sessions" stock trading extends hours beyond exchange open. 80 forex pairs and 13,000+ stock CFDs — the largest instrument range. The benchmark for market access.

Forex
80 pairs

Indices
40

Commodities
35

Crypto
12 (24/7)

Stocks
13,000

Server TZ
GMT/BST

9.5

Saxo BankExcellent

Saxo Bank offers the widest forex pair range (185) and coverage across 36 stock exchanges globally — the most of any EU-accessible broker. Pre-market and after-hours US stock trading available. Crypto via Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) rather than CFDs. Platform timezone is user-configurable — a rare feature that benefits traders in non-CET zones.

Forex
185 pairs

Indices
50

Commodities
40

Crypto
9 (24/7)

Stocks
23,000

Server TZ
CET (UTC+1)

9.5

Interactive BrokersExcellent

Interactive Brokers provides the most extensive extended-hours stock trading (04:00–01:00 UTC for US stocks) and access to 90+ global exchanges. Real futures trading (not CFDs) means true exchange hours with electronic session extensions. Crypto via Paxos is limited to 4 coins. TWS platform timezone is user-configurable. The professional-grade benchmark for market access breadth.

Forex
100 pairs

Indices
80

Commodities
100

Crypto
4 (24/7)

Stocks
None

Server TZ
Exchange-native

9.3

XTBExcellent

XTB offers the broadest crypto range (43 CFDs) trading 24/7 and is one of the few EU-regulated brokers providing pre-market and after-hours stock CFD trading. The xStation 5 platform displays CET by default, matching Central European business hours. Index CFDs trade near 24 hours with brief maintenance windows.

Forex
57 pairs

Indices
36

Commodities
22

Crypto
43 (24/7)

Stocks
2,100

Server TZ
CET (UTC+1)

9.2

PepperstoneExcellent

Pepperstone offers one of the broadest trading schedules among EU-regulated brokers. Crypto CFDs trade 24/7 including weekends. Forex follows the standard Sunday-Friday session. Index CFDs track underlying exchange hours with minor extensions. Product schedule published transparently on the website with per-instrument detail.

Forex
62 pairs

Indices
28

Commodities
22

Crypto
23 (24/7)

Stocks
900

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

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9.0

CMC MarketsExcellent

CMC Markets holds the record for forex pair range (330 pairs) and offers 80 index CFDs — more than any other broker. The Next Generation platform uses UK time. Crypto trades 24/7. The sheer instrument count (12,000+ total) means near-continuous market activity across global sessions.

Forex
330 pairs

Indices
80

Commodities
110

Crypto
20 (24/7)

Stocks
9,500

Server TZ
GMT/BST

9.0

Capital.comExcellent

Capital.com dominates in crypto range (200+ CFDs, 24/7) and offers 138 forex pairs — second only to CMC Markets and Saxo Bank among EU brokers. Near-24-hour index trading. 5,400 stock CFDs. AI-powered platform with dynamic sentiment analysis. UTC timezone simplifies scheduling.

Forex
138 pairs

Indices
26

Commodities
28

Crypto
200 (24/7)

Stocks
5,400

Server TZ
UTC (GMT)

9.0

SwissquoteExcellent

Swissquote offers both real crypto and crypto CFDs (24/7), plus real stock trading with pre-market access on US exchanges. FINMA Swiss banking licence provides top-tier regulation. 80 forex pairs. Platform uses CET. Strong for Swiss and wider European traders who want traditional banking stability with active trading tools.

Forex
80 pairs

Indices
25

Commodities
20

Crypto
37 (24/7)

Stocks
4,000

Server TZ
CET (UTC+1)

8.8

XMGood

XM provides crypto CFD 24/7 weekend trading. Forex closes 10 minutes early on Friday (21:50 UTC) and opens 5 minutes late on Sunday (22:05 UTC). This 15-minute gap is wider than most competitors. Stock CFD range is extensive at 1,300+ shares.

Forex
57 pairs

Indices
29

Commodities
15

Crypto
32 (24/7)

Stocks
1,300

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

8.8

BlackBull MarketsGood

BlackBull Markets provides crypto CFD 24/7 weekend trading and an exceptionally large stock CFD range (26,000+). Forex and index hours follow industry standard. The FMA-regulated broker offers cTrader, MT4/MT5, and TradingView — all show EET server time. Standard trading hours but outstanding instrument breadth.

Forex
64 pairs

Indices
26

Commodities
18

Crypto
14 (24/7)

Stocks
26,000

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

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8.5

eToroGood

eToro stands out for real crypto trading (not just CFDs) available 24/7 with 100+ coins. Forex and stock hours follow standard exchange schedules. The platform uses UTC timezone which simplifies scheduling for European traders. Full market closure on exchange holidays — no reduced-hours option.

Forex
49 pairs

Indices
20

Commodities
32

Crypto
100 (24/7)

Stocks
3,000

Server TZ
UTC (GMT)

8.5

FxProGood

FxPro provides standard trading hours with a competitive crypto range (29 CFDs, 24/7). Available on MT4, MT5, cTrader, and the proprietary FxPro Platform. 2,100 stock CFDs. CySEC/FCA regulated with EET server time. Near-24-hour index and gold trading.

Forex
70 pairs

Indices
24

Commodities
17

Crypto
29 (24/7)

Stocks
2,100

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

8.5

IC MarketsGood

IC Markets provides standard trading hours with crypto 24/7. Known for raw spreads and execution speed rather than extended hours. 61 forex pairs, 25 index CFDs, 21 crypto CFDs, and 1,600 stock CFDs — a well-balanced range. CySEC entity for EU clients. Equinix NY4 and LD5 co-location.

Forex
61 pairs

Indices
25

Commodities
22

Crypto
21 (24/7)

Stocks
1,600

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

8.3

ExnessGood

Exness offers 96 forex pairs (above average) and 35 crypto CFDs trading 24/7. Near-24-hour trading on gold and major indices. The CySEC entity does not currently onboard new EU retail clients (2019 closure) — non-EU entity serves global clients. Stock CFD range is limited at 100 shares.

Forex
96 pairs

Indices
13

Commodities
10

Crypto
35 (24/7)

Stocks
100

Server TZ
GMT (UTC+0)

8.3

AdmiralsGood

Admirals provides standard trading hours with a strong crypto offering (32 CFDs, 24/7). 3,500 stock CFDs provide good equity coverage. Forex pair range is below average (40) but covers all majors and key crosses. CySEC/FCA regulated with EET server time.

Forex
40 pairs

Indices
19

Commodities
28

Crypto
32 (24/7)

Stocks
3,500

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

8.0

Forex.comGood

Forex.com provides standard trading hours with 80 forex pairs and 4,500 stock CFDs. The StoneX-backed broker offers crypto 24/7 for weekend trading. Available on MT4, MT5, and TradingView. Standard schedule with no extended-hours or weekend index trading.

Forex
80 pairs

Indices
15

Commodities
10

Crypto
6 (24/7)

Stocks
4,500

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

8.0

EightcapGood

Eightcap stands out for its crypto depth (100+ CFDs via Crypto Crusher integration) trading 24/7. Forex and commodity ranges are modest. TradingView integration available. CySEC/FCA/ASIC regulated. Standard trading hours for non-crypto instruments.

Forex
56 pairs

Indices
18

Commodities
7

Crypto
100 (24/7)

Stocks
600

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

8.0

AvaTradeGood

AvaTrade provides standard trading hours with crypto 24/7. Known for copy trading (DupliTrade, ZuluTrade integrations) rather than extended hours. 55 forex pairs is below average. CBI Ireland regulated. AvaProtect hedging feature is unique but does not extend trading hours.

Forex
55 pairs

Indices
33

Commodities
17

Crypto
17 (24/7)

Stocks
600

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

7.8

Plus500Adequate

Plus500 offers standard trading hours across all asset classes. No extended hours or weekend index trading. The proprietary platform allows timezone customisation. Crypto CFDs trade 24/7. Full market closure on holidays limits flexibility for active traders.

Forex
60 pairs

Indices
30

Commodities
25

Crypto
14 (24/7)

Stocks
2,000

Server TZ
GMT

7.8

TickmillAdequate

Tickmill offers standard trading hours with crypto 24/7 for weekend access. Forex and index hours follow industry convention. Limited commodity range (6 instruments) and moderate stock CFD selection (500). Solid execution quality compensates for narrower instrument breadth.

Forex
62 pairs

Indices
20

Commodities
6

Crypto
10 (24/7)

Stocks
500

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

7.8

Fusion MarketsAdequate

Fusion Markets offers standard trading hours with 80 forex pairs and crypto 24/7 weekend trading. Known for ultra-low commission ($2.25/lot/side) rather than extended hours or instrument breadth. CySEC-regulated with EET server time. Stock CFD range is limited.

Forex
80 pairs

Indices
11

Commodities
15

Crypto
12 (24/7)

Stocks
250

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

7.8

RoboForexAdequate

RoboForex (CySEC entity: RoboMarkets) offers standard trading hours with crypto 24/7. 12,000 stock CFDs is one of the highest counts. 40 forex pairs is below average. CySEC-regulated EU entity with EET server time. Index and commodity range is limited.

Forex
40 pairs

Indices
10

Commodities
6

Crypto
26 (24/7)

Stocks
12,000

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

7.5

OANDAAdequate

OANDA focuses on forex and CFD trading with standard hours. No stock CFDs available through the EU entity. Crypto 24/7 provides weekend trading. The platform uses UTC natively — beneficial for GMT-aligned traders. Limited instrument range compared to peers but deep liquidity in core forex pairs.

Forex
70 pairs

Indices
16

Commodities
8

Crypto
8 (24/7)

Stocks
None

Server TZ
UTC (GMT)

7.5

AxiAdequate

Axi offers standard trading hours with crypto 24/7. 30 crypto CFDs provide decent weekend trading options. Stock CFD range is very limited (50 shares). Primarily a forex and index-focused broker. CySEC-regulated with EET server time.

Forex
70 pairs

Indices
30

Commodities
20

Crypto
30 (24/7)

Stocks
50

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

7.5

Trading 212Adequate

Trading 212 is the only major EU-accessible broker with zero weekend trading — no crypto CFDs are offered. The Invest account provides real stock/ETF trading with pre-market access, but the CFD account has no weekend or extended-hours capability. 180 forex pairs (strong) but 0 crypto CFDs. Full market closure on holidays. UK time platform.

Forex
180 pairs

Indices
35

Commodities
25

Crypto
None

Stocks
8,000

Server TZ
GMT/BST

7.5

Vantage MarketsAdequate

Vantage Markets has no EU entity (euEligible: false). Standard trading hours with 40 crypto CFDs for weekend access. 44 forex pairs and 800 stock CFDs. Not EU-regulated — included for completeness as the broker does accept some European clients through offshore entities.

Forex
44 pairs

Indices
16

Commodities
10

Crypto
40 (24/7)

Stocks
800

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

7.5

FXTMAdequate

FXTM (ForexTime) provides standard trading hours. Crypto 24/7 with limited range (6 coins). FCA-regulated UK entity serves EU clients. EET server time. Copy trading (FXTM Invest) available during standard hours. Stock CFD range is limited at 300.

Forex
60 pairs

Indices
18

Commodities
12

Crypto
6 (24/7)

Stocks
300

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

7.3

EquitiAdequate

Equiti provides standard trading hours across forex, indices, and commodities. Crypto 24/7 available. Newly CySEC-regulated (2024 entity migration). Limited instrument range overall. EET server time.

Forex
58 pairs

Indices
15

Commodities
8

Crypto
6 (24/7)

Stocks
500

Server TZ
EET (UTC+2)

7.3

FXCMAdequate

FXCM provides standard trading hours with a narrow instrument range. 44 forex pairs is below average. Crypto 24/7 available but only 6 coins. CySEC-regulated. The Trading Station platform uses Eastern Time (ET), which can be confusing for European traders not used to US timezone conventions.

Forex
44 pairs

Indices
16

Commodities
11

Crypto
6 (24/7)

Stocks
200

Server TZ
ET (UTC-5)

Decision Framework: Which Broker Fits Your Schedule?

Weekday scalper / day trader

Top pick: Pepperstone, IC Markets

Standard forex hours are sufficient. What matters is execution speed and tight spreads during London/NY sessions — not extended hours.

Weekend crypto trader

Top pick: Capital.com, Eightcap, XTB

24/7 crypto with the widest instrument range. Capital.com leads with 200+ crypto CFDs; Eightcap follows with 100+ via Crypto Crusher.

US earnings trader (European timezone)

Top pick: Interactive Brokers, Saxo Bank

Pre-market/after-hours US stock access is essential for reacting to earnings releases announced outside regular session hours.

Multi-asset swing trader

Top pick: IG, Saxo Bank, CMC Markets

Broadest instrument range + near-24h index trading + weekend options. IG is the only broker with weekend forex and index CFDs.

Nordic / CEE timezone trader

Top pick: XTB, IG, Pepperstone

CET/EET platform timezone aligns with local business hours. XTB is Warsaw-headquartered; IG and Pepperstone offer EET/CET server time.

Passive / set-and-forget investor

Top pick: Trading 212, eToro

Weekend trading is irrelevant for long-term positions. Trading 212 and eToro offer commission-free stock/ETF investing with mobile-first UX.

Professional multi-exchange trader

Top pick: Interactive Brokers

90+ exchanges globally, real futures and options, full pre-market/after-hours. No other EU-accessible broker matches IBKR for exchange coverage.

Partner Transparency

FX-Brokers.eu earns affiliate commission from Pepperstone and BlackBull Markets. This does not affect their scores or ranking — both are scored on the same criteria as every other broker. IG, Saxo Bank, and Interactive Brokers score higher on trading hours but are not commercial partners.

Pepperstone

9.2/10

62 forex pairs, 23 crypto (24/7), 900 stocks, weekend trading via crypto. Server: EET (UTC+2).

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BlackBull Markets

8.8/10

64 forex pairs, 14 crypto (24/7), 26,000 stocks, weekend trading via crypto. Server: EET (UTC+2).

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Methodology

Trading hours data was collected from each broker's official website, product specification pages, platform help documentation, and contract specification PDFs. All data was verified during the week of 10–14 June 2026 by checking live platform product schedules.

Score components (equal weight): (1) Forex pair range relative to the 29-broker average; (2) Index, commodity, and stock CFD breadth; (3) Crypto 24/7 availability and range; (4) Weekend trading beyond crypto (bonus for forex/index weekend); (5) Extended-hours stock trading availability; (6) Platform timezone flexibility. IG scores highest primarily because it is the only broker with weekend forex and index trading — a structurally unique offering.

Limitations: Instrument counts change frequently as brokers add or remove products. Holiday schedules vary year to year. Crypto CFD availability may differ between EU and non-EU entities of the same broker. Trading hours for exotic pairs and minor indices may differ from the majors-focused hours listed here. This comparison covers CFD and forex trading hours — real stock, futures, and options trading hours at Interactive Brokers and Saxo Bank may differ.

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CFD Risk Warning

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 74-89% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

This website is for informational purposes only. The content does not constitute investment advice. Trading leveraged products carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. EU retail leverage limits apply (ESMA): up to 30:1 on major FX pairs, 20:1 on minor FX, 20:1 on major indices, 10:1 on commodities, 5:1 on equities, 2:1 on crypto.