MCX Adjusts Trading Hours: New Global Alignment Starts Today

The revision is implemented to align domestic commodity trading hours with global market timings, particularly those linked to US market activity.

Updated Commodity Trading Hours on MCX

Under the revised schedule, trading in non-agri commodities will now be open from 09:00 AM to 11:30 PM, compared to the earlier timing of 09:00 AM to 11:55 PM. Trading in select agricultural commodities such as cotton, CPO, and kapas will take place between 09:00 AM and 09:00 PM, which remains unchanged from the earlier timing of 09:00 AM to 09:00 PM. Meanwhile, all other agricultural commodities will continue to trade from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM, the same as the previous trading schedule.

Understanding Daylight Saving Time

Daylight Saving Time (DST) is a system where clocks are moved one hour ahead in the spring and one hour back in the autumn. This change helps people use more daylight during the evening hours and can also help reduce energy usage in some countries.

The revision in MCX trading hours due to DST is not a permanent change. It is a temporary seasonal adjustment linked to changes in the US market timings. Trading hours on MCX typically return to the later closing time of 11:55 PM in early November, when the United States ends Daylight Saving Time and switches back to Standard Time.

Impact on Commodity Traders

The revision in trading hours may affect traders who participate in late evening commodity trading sessions, particularly in globally linked commodities such as crude oil, natural gas, gold, and silver. Since international price movements often occur during US market hours, traders may need to adjust their strategies and order timings accordingly.