SEC Approves NSCC Rule Change to Support Longer U.S. Equity Trading Hours
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This order approves changes to NSCC’s rules so its equity clearing systems can better support extended trading hours in U.S. stock markets. The change explains when NSCC can accept, validate, and process equity trades as exchanges and trading platforms move toward longer trading sessions. The practical impact is mainly on broker-dealers, exchanges, alternative trading systems, and clearing participants. Firms that trade or clear U.S. equities outside traditional market hours will need to align their operations, technology, and risk controls with NSCC’s published processing windows.
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Key Changes
- Approves NSCC rule changes describing support for extended U.S. equity trading hours
- Clarifies NSCC processing times for equity clearing services
- Supports operational planning for trades submitted by exchanges, ATSs, and qualified representatives