NSE Seeks Longer Trading Hours for F&O Segment - Will it Help or Hurt Retail Traders?

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NSE has proposed extending trading hours for the derivatives segment till 11:55 pm instead of the current 11:30 pm.

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NSE says the move will align Indian timings with global markets. However, no change proposed for cash market hours.

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The proposal has been submitted to SEBI for approval. If cleared, it could be implemented within 2023.

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NSE cites the need for Indian markets to sync with global counterparts. Longer hours could attract more FPIs.

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But the move has faced criticism from retail traders who fear it could benefit institutions.

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Retail bodies say extended hours along with algo trades could destabilize markets and hurt small traders.

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