Nasdaq has launched the pre-production phase for its Global Trading Hours initiative, calling on members and vendors to begin mandatory certification and system testing ahead of the official rollout.
Nasdaq reminds members and vendors that the Global Trading Hours pre-production period is underway as of November 1, 2026, and encourages early certification and testing. This is a routine operational/technical notice with no financial figures, revenue impact or strategic change attached to Nasdaq's business.
Nasdaq has officially opened its pre-production environment for Global Trading Hours as of November 1, 2026. The exchange is urging market participants and vendors to initiate certification and system testing to ensure operational readiness for the upcoming trading expansion.
As of November 1, 2026, the pre-production period is active, allowing members and vendors to perform necessary system testing and certification.