Market Hours and Trading Sessions

MERJ Exchange operates with defined market hours and trading sessions to ensure smooth and efficient trading. Below is a breakdown of trading schedules and session structures.

Standard Trading Hours

  • Trading Days: Monday to Friday (20/5 schedule)
  • Market Open: 10:00 UTC+4
  • Market Close: 06:00 UTC+4 (next day)
  • Pre-Market and Post-Market Trading: Not currently available

International Order Book

  • Operates during normal market hours of the primary exchange for each security only.

US Market HoursTrading Days: Monday to Friday

Market Open: 09:30 EST (UCT -4)

Market Close: 16:00 EST (UCT -4)

Pre-Market and Post-Market Trading: Not currently available

Market Holidays

  • MERJ Exchange observes selected public holidays, during which trading may be closed or modified for all markets except the International Order Book.
  • International Order Book markets observe the public holidays recognized by their respective primary exchanges and will remain closed whenever the primary exchange is not in operation.

Trading Restrictions and Adjustments

  • Order Matching Pauses: During market volatility, order execution may be adjusted to maintain orderly trading.
  • Volatility Halts: In case of excessive price movement, trading may be temporarily paused.
  • Scheduled Maintenance: Periodic updates may lead to brief trading suspensions, with prior notifications unless unavoidable.