Been wondering about this for a while. My job keeps me busy during market hours so I trade in the evenings.
Do most platforms allow options trading after hours? Or are we limited to regular hours?
It would help to know since my schedule is tight.
Binary options literally saved my trading career when I had this exact same problem working nights.
I tried regular options after hours once - got completely burned by spreads that were double normal size. Lost $340 on what should’ve been a winning trade.
Binary options run 24/7, so I can trade Asian hours when I get home from work.
Binary options platforms run 24/7, so timing won’t be an issue. But regular stock options? You’re mostly stuck with market hours like I mentioned before.
Sure, after-hours trading exists, but spreads get crazy wide and volume drops off a cliff. Good luck getting decent prices - your trading costs will spike.
If you want to trade evenings, binary options might work better since they don’t care about market hours.
Most platforms limit options trading to regular market hours. Some allow after-hours trading, but expect low liquidity and high spreads.
Most options trading shuts down after regular hours. If you’re looking to trade in the evenings, binary options can work since they are open all the time. Keep in mind that different markets open at different times. Evening trades often align with the Asian session, which can offer good chances. However, be cautious of overnight gaps that could impact your trades. It’s usually best to focus on shorter timeframes for after-hours trading.
If you’re trading options at night, go with binary options since they are always open.