When trading Metal CFDs on FXTRADING.com, it's important to understand the specific market hours during which these instruments are available for trading. Our platform provides access to various precious and base metals with defined trading schedules.
Precious Metals Trading Hours
The market for precious metals – including Gold and Silver – opens at 1:01 am Monday (MT4 time) and closes at midnight (23:57) on Friday (MT4 time). There is a break in the market between 24:00 and 1:00 am (MT4 time) each morning. This schedule may be subject to seasonal/time zone variations.
Base Metals Trading Hours
Base metals such as Copper and Aluminum follow similar trading schedules to precious metals, with slight variations depending on market conditions and liquidity.
Key Points to Remember
Metal CFD markets operate on a five-day trading week
Daily breaks occur between midnight and 1:00 am (MT4 time)
Trading hours are displayed in MT4 platform time
Seasonal adjustments may affect exact opening and closing times
Market liquidity may vary during different trading sessions
Planning Your Trading
Understanding these trading hours allows you to plan your metal CFD trading strategy effectively. The 24-hour nature of these markets (with brief overnight breaks) provides flexibility for traders across different time zones to participate according to their preferred trading schedule.
For the most current information on trading hours and any temporary changes due to market events or holidays, please refer to the economic calendar in your Client Portal or contact our Live Chat support team.