Trading with Exness in Pakistan requires knowing the market open times to plan your trades effectively. The forex market runs 24/5, but other assets like gold, stocks, and cryptocurrencies have specific hours. For Pakistani traders, aligning trades with global market sessions and converting times to Pakistan Standard Time (PKT, UTC+5) is key to catching high-liquidity periods and avoiding costly mistakes. 

Why Market Open Times Matter for Pakistani Traders

Market open times affect liquidity, volatility, and trading costs. High-liquidity sessions, like the London-New York overlap, offer tighter spreads and more price movement, ideal for active trading. Low-liquidity periods, like the Asian session, may have wider spreads, increasing costs. For Pakistani traders, converting global market hours to PKT ensures you trade when conditions suit your strategy. Exness’s servers use UTC+0, so understanding time differences is crucial.

Why Market Open Times Matter for Pakistani Traders

Exness Market Open Times for Forex in Pakistan

The forex market operates 24 hours from Monday to Friday. Here’s how it breaks down for Pakistani traders:

  • Market Open: Sunday 10:00 PM PKT (Sydney session opens).
  • Market Close: Friday 10:00 PM PKT (New York session closes).
  • Key Sessions: Asian (Tokyo): 5:00 AM–2:00 PM PKT. European (London): 12:00 PM–9:00 PM PKT. North American (New York): 6:00 PM–3:00 AM PKT

The London-New York overlap (6:00 PM–9:00 PM PKT) is the best time for forex trading due to high liquidity and tight spreads. Use Exness’s MT4 platform to monitor price action during these hours.

Exness Gold Trading Hours in Pakistan

Gold (XAU/USD) is a popular asset for Pakistani traders due to its volatility. Exness gold trading hours are:

  • Open: Monday 6:00 AM PKT
  • Close: Friday 5:59 AM PKT
  • Daily Break: 5:00 AM–6:00 AM PKT (1-hour pause)
  • Rollover: Occurs at 2:00 AM PKT (summer) or 3:00 AM PKT (winter), with wider spreads during this period.

Impact of Daylight Saving Time (DST)

Exness follows US DST (March 9–November 2, 2025), shifting hours by one hour. For example, gold trading starts at 5:00 AM PKT during DST. Check Exness’s trading terminal for updated schedules. Avoid trading during the daily break or rollover to minimize spread costs. Use a demo account to test gold trading during high-liquidity hours like 6:00 PM–9:00 PM PKT.

Exness Stock Trading Hours in Pakistan

Stock CFDs on Exness follow the hours of major exchanges, like the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). In PKT:

  • Summer (DST): Monday–Friday, 6:40 PM–12:45 AM
  • Winter (Non-DST): Monday–Friday, 7:40 PM–1:45 AM
  • Pre-Market Trading: Limited to closing existing orders, not opening new ones.

Trade stocks during the US session (6:40 PM–12:45 AM PKT in summer) for better liquidity. Use Exness’s economic calendar to track company earnings reports that drive price moves.

Exness Cryptocurrency Trading Hours in Pakistan

Crypto CFDs are available 24/7, except during weekly breaks:

  • Break Time: Sunday 3:05 AM–2:05 AM PKT (summer) or 2:35 AM–3:05 AM PKT (winter).
  • Maintenance: Saturday 10:00 AM–2:00 PM PKT (summer) or 11:00 AM–3:00 PM PKT (winter).

Crypto markets are volatile, so set tight stop-losses. Trade major pairs like BTC/USD during the London session (12:00 PM–9:00 PM PKT) for stable spreads.

How to Start Trading with Exness in Pakistan

How to Start Trading with Exness in Pakistan
  1. Create an Exness account and verify your identity.
  2. Use MT4, MT5, or Exness Terminal.
  3. Start with $10 for Standard accounts.
  4. Confirm market open times in PKT for your asset.
  5. Focus on high-liquidity sessions and use stop-losses.

Download Exness’s mobile app to get real-time market updates and trade on the go.

Best Trading Sessions for Pakistani Traders

Successful trading often depends on choosing the right hours to enter the market. For traders in Pakistan, aligning with global financial hubs like London and New York can offer better price movements and more active charts — ideal conditions for executing trades with confidence.

London-New York Overlap (6:00 PM–9:00 PM PKT)

This is the most active period with tight spreads and high volatility. Ideal for forex, gold, and indices.

Asian Session (5:00 AM–2:00 PM PKT)

Quieter markets, suitable for range-bound strategies. Spreads may widen, so use Standard or Pro accounts to avoid commissions.

New York Session (6:00 PM–3:00 AM PKT)

Great for stocks and gold, but volatility drops after 9:00 PM PKT.

If you’re a night owl, focus on the New York session. Daytime traders can target the London session for forex and gold.

How Market Conditions Affect Trading Hours

Different market conditions influence trading hours is key to managing risk and maximizing profitability. Price movement, spread behavior, and even platform availability can shift depending on volatility, liquidity, and scheduled maintenance.

  • High Volatility: News events (e.g., US Non-Farm Payrolls) widen spreads. Exness caps leverage at 1:200 for gold during news.
  • Low Liquidity: Spreads widen during rollovers (2:00 AM PKT in summer) or market open/close.
  • Maintenance: Trading pauses during server maintenance (Saturday 10:00 AM–2:00 PM PKT in summer).

Check Exness’s economic calendar to avoid trading during high-impact news. Set alerts on MT5 for key price levels.

How Market Conditions Affect Trading Hours

Pros and Cons of Exness Market Hours in Pakistan

Exness market hours is crucial for Pakistani traders looking to time their strategies effectively. Here’s a quick breakdown of the main advantages and limitations you might experience when trading across different asset classes with Exness in Pakistan.

Pros: 

  • 24/5 forex trading suits flexible schedules.
  • Crypto trading available 24/7 with minimal breaks.
  • Tight spreads during high-liquidity sessions.
  • Swap-free accounts for overnight trades.

Cons: 

  • Gold trading pauses daily (5:00 AM–6:00 AM PKT).
  • Stock trading hours are limited to US market times.
  • Spreads widen during low-liquidity periods or news.

Whether you’re a night owl or prefer trading during daytime hours, Exness provides a broad window of opportunity. However, being mindful of specific trading breaks and market overlaps can help you better manage your risk and execution.

Practical Tips to Trade with Exness in Pakistan

Practical Tips to Trade with Exness in Pakistan

If you’re trading with Exness from Pakistan, optimizing your strategy around local time and platform features can make a big difference. Here are some essential tips to help you trade more effectively:

  • Convert to PKT: Always adjust UTC+0 times to PKT (add 5 hours) for accuracy.
  • Choose Account Type: Standard: No commissions, wider spreads, good for beginners. Pro: Tighter spreads, no fees, suits swing traders. Raw Spread/Zero: Low spreads, commissions apply, best for scalpers.
  • Use Demo Account: Test strategies during different sessions without risk.
  • Monitor News: Use Exness’s Mailbox tab for updates on market events.
  • Trade High Liquidity: Focus on 6:00 PM–9:00 PM PKT for forex and gold.

A Pakistani scalper using the Zero account can trade EUR/USD from 6:00 PM–9:00 PM PKT, aiming for 5–10 pip moves with 0.0 pip spreads.