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Hong Kong Stock Exchange Hours

Hong Kong, Hong Kong · Asia/Hong_Kong · HKD

Open now Closes in 1h 4m
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Hong Kong at a glance

Essential reference details for the Hong Kong Stock Exchange regular trading schedule.

Exchange code
HKEX
Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Location
Hong Kong
Hong Kong · Asia
Trading currency
HKD
Regular market quotation currency
Major index
Hang Seng
Benchmark shown for market context
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Asia/Hong_Kong
Trading week
Monday–Friday
5 scheduled days
Regular hours
09:30–12:00 / 13:00–16:00
5.5 hours of scheduled trading
Midday break
12:00–13:00
Trading resumes after the scheduled interval
Today at HKEX Tuesday, September 1 Scheduled hours 09:30–12:00 / 13:00–16:00 Live status Open now
Regular schedule

Trading sessions

Regular session Opens 09:30 Closes 12:00
Regular session Opens 13:00 Closes 16:00

Hours are shown in Asia/Hong_Kong and automatically follow its daylight-saving rules when applicable.

Next changes

Upcoming events

  1. Lunch break starts 1h 4m
  2. Trading resumes 2h 4m
  3. Market closes 5h 4m
  4. Market opens 22h 34m
  5. Lunch break starts 1d 1h
Calendar watch

Holiday calendar

Upcoming full-day closures and special sessions for Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Dec 25 Fri
Christmas Day

Market closed all day

Countdown114d 13h Holiday
Jan 01 Fri
New Year's Day

Market closed all day

Countdown121d 13h Holiday
May 01 Sat
Public holiday

Market closed all day

Countdown241d 13h Holiday
Local market week

Weekly schedule

Mon 09:30–12:00 / 13:00–16:00
Tue 09:30–12:00 / 13:00–16:00
Wed 09:30–12:00 / 13:00–16:00
Thu 09:30–12:00 / 13:00–16:00
Fri 09:30–12:00 / 13:00–16:00
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Using this schedule

What these HKEX hours include

Regular cash-market session

The listed 09:30–12:00 / 13:00–16:00 hours describe the regular session in Asia/Hong_Kong. Pre-market, after-hours, auctions, and derivatives sessions can follow different timetables.

Breaks and special sessions

The regular schedule includes a midday pause from 12:00–13:00. ClockHorizon also checks the holiday calendar for full-day closures and selected adjusted sessions.

Calendar accuracy

Exceptional closures can be announced at short notice. Confirm time-sensitive trading plans with the official Hong Kong Stock Exchange calendar.

Exchange FAQ

Hong Kong trading-hours questions

What time does the Hong Kong Stock Exchange open and close?

Hong Kong Stock Exchange regular trading hours are 09:30–12:00 / 13:00–16:00 in the Asia/Hong_Kong time zone (UTC+08:00).

Is HKEX open right now?

HKEX is currently open now. The status above updates automatically and shows the next scheduled change.

What days is HKEX open?

Hong Kong Stock Exchange normally trades Monday–Friday. Exchange holidays and special sessions can alter that weekly schedule.

Does HKEX close for lunch?

Yes. The regular schedule includes a break from 12:00–13:00 local exchange time.

What currency and index are associated with HKEX?

Hong Kong Stock Exchange is listed here with HKD as its trading currency and Hang Seng as its major benchmark index.

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