Trading Schedule Update: April 2026 Holiday Adjustments 

2026-04-02 | Trading Hours , Trading Schedule

We’d like to share an update regarding trading hours in April 2026, in observance of upcoming market holidays. 

During this period, trading hours for certain instruments may be adjusted. 

  • Ching Ming Festival (CN/HK): April 4, 2026  
  • Easter Holidays (Global): April 10 – 13, 2026  
  • Tiradentes Day (BR): April 21, 2026  

Please review the updated trading schedule for affected products below and plan your trades accordingly: 

Holiday Trading Schedule (UTC+3) 

Forex 

InstrumentDescriptionClosed Period
USDBRL USD vs BRL Apr 2, 23:00 → Apr 6, 15:30 
Apr 20, 23:00 → Apr 22, 15:30 

Metals 

InstrumentDescriptionClosed Period
XAGUSD Silver / USD Apr 2, 23:58 → Apr 6, 01:02 
XAUUSD Gold / USD Apr 2, 23:58 → Apr 6, 01:02 
XAUEUR Gold / EUR Apr 2, 23:58 → Apr 6, 01:02 

Special Metals 

InstrumentDescriptionClosed Period
HKGHKD HK Gold / HKD Apr 2, 23:55 → Apr 6, 01:05 
RKGCNH CNH Gold (Kg) Apr 2, 23:55 → Apr 6, 01:05 
XCUUSD Copper / USD Apr 2, 21:00 → Apr 7, 03:00 
XPTUSD Platinum / USD Apr 3, 00:00 → Apr 6, 01:00 
XPDUSD Palladium / USD Apr 3, 00:00 → Apr 6, 01:00 

Energy 

InstrumentDescriptionClosed Period
XTIUSD WTI Crude Apr 2, 23:59 → Apr 6, 01:01 
XBRUSD Brent Crude Apr 2, 23:59 → Apr 6, 01:06 
XNGUSD Natural Gas Apr 2, 23:59 → Apr 6, 01:01 

Indices (Spot CFDs) 

InstrumentDescriptionClosed Period
AUS200 Australia 200 Apr 2, 16:00 → Apr 7, 02:50 
EU50 / FRA40 EU Indices Apr 2, 22:58 → Apr 7, 09:01 
GER40 Germany 40 Apr 2, 23:58 → Apr 7, 01:01 
UK100 FTSE 100 Apr 2, 23:58 → Apr 7, 03:00 
HK50 Hang Seng Apr 2, 21:59 → Apr 8, 04:15 
JPN225 Nikkei 225 Apr 3, 16:15 → Apr 6, 01:01 
US30 / SP500 / NAS100 US Indices Apr 3, 16:15 → Apr 6, 01:01 

Futures CFDs 

InstrumentDescriptionClosed Period
NQ / ES / YM / MES / MNQ US Index Futures Apr 3, 16:15 → Apr 6, 01:00 
CL / NG / GC / SI / HG Commodity Futures Apr 3, 00:00 → Apr 6, 01:00 
COIL Brent Futures Apr 3, 00:00 → Apr 6, 03:00 
DAX DAX Futures Apr 2, 23:00 → Apr 7, 03:15 
HSI / MHI HK Futures Apr 2, 22:00 → Apr 8, 04:15 
DX USD Index Futures Apr 2, 23:59 → Apr 3, 12:00 
Apr 3, 18:15 → Apr 6, 03:00 
ZC / ZS / ZW Agri Futures Apr 2, 21:20 → Apr 6, 03:00 
VIX Volatility Index Apr 2, 23:58 → Apr 6, 01:01 
VXM Mini Volatility Apr 2, 23:15 → Apr 6, 16:30 

Equities CFDs 

MarketDescriptionClosed Period
HK Equities Hong Kong Stocks Apr 2, 11:00 → Apr 8, 04:30 
US Equities US Stocks Apr 2, 23:00 → Apr 6, 16:30 
  • Platform Time Zone: All times are shown in UTC+3  
  • Automated Trading Impact: These changes may affect EA trading, automated strategies, or algorithmic systems  
  • You may wish to review your settings and make any necessary adjustments in advance  

Our goal is to ensure your trading experience remains smooth and uninterrupted, even during holiday periods. 

If you have any questions or need assistance, our support team is always here to help.


Risk Disclosure  
Trading in securities, futures, contracts for difference (CFDs) and other financial products carries high risks due to the rapid and unpredictable fluctuation in the value and prices of these financial instruments. This unpredictability is due to the adverse and unpredictable market movements, geopolitical events, economic data releases and other unforeseen circumstances. You may sustain substantial losses, including losses exceeding your initial investment within a short period of time.  
You are strongly advised to fully understand the nature and inherent risks of trading with the respective financial instrument before you begin to trade or engage in any transactions with us. When you engage in transactions with us, you acknowledge that you are aware of and accept these risks. You should conduct your own research and consult with an independent qualified financial advisor or  professional before making any financial, trading or investment decisions.    

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