Electronic trading major Interactive Brokers (NASDAQ:IBKR) today announced the expansion of its overnight trading offering to include Contracts for Difference (CFDs) on US stocks and ETFs.
In addition to US Stocks, ETFs, and Index Options, this expansion allows clients to trade CFDs on US equities around the clock, five days a week, providing exceptional flexibility and access to US markets.
The introduction of US stock CFDs to overnight trading builds on Interactive Brokers’ commitment to offering clients comprehensive and innovative trading solutions. Clients can now trade CFDs on over 3,500 US stocks and ETFs during overnight trading hours, from 8:00 pm to 3:50 am ET, Sunday to Friday.
This new offering is particularly valuable for global investors, enabling them to react to news and market events in real time, regardless of their local time zone. With overnight trading of CFDs on US stocks and ETFs, Interactive Brokers continues to empower its clients with the tools needed to succeed in a global financial environment.
“With the growing popularity and increase in overnight trading volumes, expanding our offerings to include CFDs on US equities is a strategic enhancement,” said Milan Galik, Chief Executive Officer of Interactive Brokers. “Our clients can now use the leverage of CFDs in overnight trading hours, enabling them to respond swiftly to market movements and optimize their trading strategies at any time, day or night. This added flexibility ensures our clients can capitalize on global investment opportunities.”