Can I buy a stock when the market is closed?
Last updated: 12 August 2026
If the market you wish to invest in is closed, you can set an after hours order to execute at the first available rate when the market opens.
We currently support after hours orders for most popular stocks.
For less common stocks, you may only be able enter orders during market hours.
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