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Extension of stock trading hours not a 'priority': FSC head
Taipei, July 8 (CNA) A plan to extend trading hours on the local stock market is currently not a priority for the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC), FSC head Peng Jin-lung (彭金龍) said Wednesday, adding that the commission will not extend trading hours anytime soon.
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Investopedia
· Jun 30, 2026
When Does the Stock Market Close for the Independence Day Holiday? Here's the Summer Trading Schedule
When Does the Stock Market Close for the Independence Day Holiday? Here's the Summer Trading Schedule
The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jun 24, 2026
Sensex today | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex, Nifty likely to open flat; Asia stocks rebound from tech selloff, Kospi jumps 4%
Sensex Today, Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Gift Nifty at 23,865 provides little cues for market direction. Ahead of holiday (Muharram on Friday) and NSE monthly FO settlement (on Tuesday), traders will go light on their position, analysts said.
CBS Sports
· Jul 2, 2026
MLB trade deadline buyers and sellers guide: Where all 30 teams stand one month away
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NDTV
· Jun 26, 2026
Muharram Holiday: Will BSE, NSE Trade Today, Are Banks Working? Check Here
Stock Market Holiday: No trading activity will take place during the day on either the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange.
Seeking Alpha
· Jun 22, 2026
Financial Big Bang: Extended Trading Hours Coming Soon, Buy These Exchanges
Financial Big Bang: Extended Trading Hours Coming Soon, Buy These Exchanges
Economic Times
· Jun 26, 2026
Stock Market Holiday 2026: Is BSE, NSE open or closed today for Muharram?
Indian stock markets, including BSE and NSE, are closed today, June 26, for Muharram. The MCX has a partial closure, while NCDEX is shut all day. This holiday marks the start of the Islamic New Year and is a significant observance. Investors can anticipate several more market holidays throughout the year, with the next closure on September 14 for Ganesh Chaturthi.
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