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What Is Overnight Stock Trading?

It is execution of eligible U.S. equities outside ordinary premarket, regular and after-hours windows, commonly through an alternative trading system.

Important distinction

A market, venue, broker and security can each have different availability. “Open” only means orders may execute in the specific session described.

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Verified August 24, 2026. Informational only; not investment advice.