As global markets increasingly shift toward continuous trading, Clear Street has taken a significant step forward by expanding its equities business to offer 24/6 trading. This move positions the fintech firm at the forefront of innovation in market access, catering to growing demand from institutional investors around the world—especially in Asia. By connecting to Blue Ocean Technologies, Clear Street now enables clients to trade U.S. equities overnight, from Sunday evening through Friday evening, aligning with international time zones. Built on proprietary technology and supported by a global team spanning the U.S., London, and Asia, Clear Street’s infrastructure allows for seamless, around-the-clock service. According to Chief Commercial Officer Andy Volz, this is a natural evolution of the firm’s mission to modernize capital markets. With its cutting-edge platform and focus on client needs, Clear Street is set to lead the charge as 24-hour trading becomes the new standard in global finance.
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A Major Step Toward Continuous Market Access
On March 13, 2025, Clear Street, the modern financial technology firm and prime brokerage, announced a major expansion of its trading capabilities: the launch of 24/6 equities trading. The firm revealed in a statement that it has connected to Blue Ocean Technologies, an alternative trading system (ATS) that allows for overnight U.S. equities trading. This move enables Clear Street’s institutional clients to access U.S. equity markets 24 hours a day, six days a week—meeting growing global demand for continuous trading.
Clear Street’s new offering responds to a sharp uptick in interest from international clients, particularly in Asia, who want to trade U.S. equities during their local business hours. According to Andy Volz, Chief Commercial Officer of Clear Street, the firm began offering equities trading to Asia-based clients a year ago. Since then, demand for seamless overnight access has only grown.
“Blue Ocean ATS has become incredibly popular in Asia,” said Volz in an interview with Markets Media. “Our Asian clients want to trade U.S. stocks during their own market hours. With this new integration, we can now serve them in real-time, no matter where they are.”
Blue Ocean Technologies: Enabling After-Hours Access
Blue Ocean Technologies facilitates trading of U.S. National Market System (NMS) stocks between 8 p.m. and 4 a.m. EST from Sunday through Thursday. This window extends the effective trading day and complements Clear Street’s existing infrastructure, allowing institutional clients to execute trades during what were once considered off-hours.
Peter Eliades, Head of Electronic Trading at Clear Street, described the 24/6 rollout as a natural extension of the firm’s strategy. “We’ve built our infrastructure with a ‘follow-the-sun’ model in mind,” Eliades explained. “With our cutting-edge technology, we can scale and move quickly when opportunities like this arise.”
Volz added, “We’ve always had one of the longest trading windows among prime brokers—traders were live from 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. This is simply an extension of that dedication to being available whenever clients need us.”
Behind the Scenes: Fast Tech Enablement
Transforming Clear Street into a 24/6 operation was no small feat. Volz credited the firm’s proprietary technology and internal talent for the rapid pivot. “Because we’re a fintech company with our own platform, we were able to expand our trading hours in just about a month,” he said.
Eliades and his team had already spent the past year optimizing Clear Street’s trading systems in anticipation of this move. As a result, the firm could deliver around-the-clock execution without compromising performance, speed, or client experience.
The transition to 24/6 was supported by Clear Street’s global presence. The firm opened a London office last year, adding to its operations in Asia and New York. This international footprint allows for continuous staffing and a seamless trading experience across time zones.
Momentum in the Market for Overnight Trading
Clear Street’s move aligns with a broader trend toward 24-hour equity markets. In March 2025, FINRA and the SEC approved Bruce ATS for overnight trading of U.S. stocks. Like Blue Ocean, Bruce offers trading from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. ET Sunday through Thursday. Additionally, Cboe Global Markets recently announced plans to launch 24/5 trading on its EDGX Equities Exchange, subject to regulatory approval.
Cboe already supports extended trading for U.S. equities from 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. Between 2022 and 2024, Cboe saw early-hour trading volume rise 135%—a clear signal that investors are increasingly active outside traditional market hours.
In response to this trend, the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) also announced it will extend clearing hours through its NSCC subsidiary, targeting implementation in mid-2026. Brian Steele, President of Clearing and Securities Services at DTCC, noted, “As interest in near round-the-clock trading grows, we’re extending our clearing hours to support clients and enhance market resiliency.”
DTCC is working closely with industry leaders including Blue Ocean, Bruce Markets, 24 Exchange, Nasdaq, NYSE, and Clear Street to make continuous clearing and settlement a reality.
Institutional Adoption and Strategic Growth
Volz emphasized that 24/6 trading is still in its early days, but believes it is poised for rapid adoption. “We’ve already signed a very large multi-strategy hedge fund for overnight trading,” he said. “We’re expecting significant interest from large institutional asset managers in the months ahead.”
Eliades agreed: “This isn’t just a feature. It’s part of a broader trend, and we’re ready to support institutional clients as they transition to these new trading windows.”
Clear Street’s value proposition—combining technology, independence, and flexibility—has attracted a growing base of institutional clients. The firm currently serves over 600 clients and expects to surpass 1,000 by the end of 2025.
“Institutional clients are coming to us because we’re agile, independent, and built for this new market environment,” said Volz.
Building the Full-Service Prime Brokerage of the Future
The launch of 24/6 trading is part of a broader transformation at Clear Street. In November 2024, the firm introduced an equity research group to enhance its services across prime brokerage, clearing, and execution. Volz said this addition has helped Clear Street build stronger relationships with clients and expand its footprint across institutional markets.
“We’re building a full-service platform,” Volz explained. “Our clients want more than execution—they want tools, insights, and a partner that grows with them.”
Clear Street also completed the acquisition of Fox River in late 2024. Fox River, previously owned by Instinet, provides algorithmic execution solutions for U.S. and Canadian equities. Eliades said the integration was seamless, with operations transitioning over a single weekend.
The acquisition immediately increased Clear Street’s clearing footprint. Today, the firm clears approximately 3.5% of total U.S. equity market volume—a remarkable achievement for a company founded just a few years ago.
Eliades added that work is underway to extend Fox River’s hours to align with Clear Street’s 24/6 model. “We want every part of our offering to be available around the clock,” he said.
Innovation at the Core
At the heart of Clear Street’s platform is Clear Street Studio—a front-to-back asset management system and integrated prime broker portal. Studio allows clients to access real-time data, manage positions, and streamline operations all in one place.
Volz described Studio as a “real differentiator” in the market. “It’s about giving our clients control, visibility, and insight. Everything we do is about empowering them.”
The firm is also preparing to launch outsourced trading and expand global execution capabilities. This offering will allow clients to tap into Clear Street’s platform for execution and operations without needing to build or maintain their own infrastructure.
A Vision for the Future
Looking ahead, Clear Street is in full growth mode. The firm plans to further extend trading hours, expand its client base, and continue building a unified platform for global financial institutions.
Volz concluded, “24-hour trading of U.S. equities is just beginning. We’re positioning ourselves to lead that evolution—and we’re just getting started.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 24/6 trading?
24/6 trading refers to the ability to trade securities 24 hours a day, six days a week—from Sunday evening through Friday evening.
Who can access Clear Street’s 24/6 trading services?
The service is available to Clear Street’s institutional clients, including hedge funds, asset managers, and proprietary trading firms.
What platform does Clear Street use for overnight trading?
Clear Street connects to Blue Ocean Technologies’ ATS to facilitate U.S. equities trading during overnight hours.
Why is 24/6 trading important for Asian clients?
It allows Asian investors to trade U.S. stocks during their local business hours, improving market access and execution flexibility.
What markets are available during overnight trading?
Clients can trade U.S. National Market System (NMS) stocks, including major listed equities.
Does Clear Street plan to expand beyond 24/6 trading?
Yes, the firm aims to extend its services globally and is actively developing outsourced trading and broader 24-hour capabilities.
Conclusion
Clear Street’s expansion into 24/6 trading reflects its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of global institutional investors. By leveraging its proprietary technology and global infrastructure, the firm is paving the way for more flexible, real-time access to U.S. equity markets. As round-the-clock trading gains momentum, Clear Street is poised to lead the charge, offering innovation, efficiency, and a modern approach to prime brokerage.
