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Where Can I Trade Futures 24/7?
Liquid offers perpetual futures with 24/7 trading on crypto perps and extended access on other listed markets. Dated exchange futures trade on product-specific sessions. Here is how the two routes compare.
You can trade futures 24/7 on Liquid through perpetual futures: contracts with no expiry date that you can open and close at any hour. Liquid's crypto perps trade around the clock, including weekends and holidays, and its stock, index, commodity, FX, and pre-IPO perps are listed in the same non-custodial account. Hours for those non-crypto markets depend on the market and venue, so check the live status. Eligible markets offer multipliers of up to 50x.
Dated exchange futures are a separate product. CME now lists some crypto and metals futures seven days a week, but most dated contracts, including the major index, energy, and agricultural futures, follow Sunday-to-Friday sessions with daily breaks.
Where can I trade futures 24/7?
There are two routes, and they suit different traders:
- Perpetual futures on Liquid. One account, 300+ markets, no contract months to roll. Crypto perps never close. Other listed perps can trade outside their underlying market's hours, subject to each market's status.
- Dated futures through a futures broker. CME's 24/7 trading page lists cryptocurrency futures and options (excluding Spot-Quoted futures), plus 1-Ounce Gold and 100-Ounce Silver futures, as trading 24/7 with maintenance windows. You need a broker that carries those exact contracts.
If you want an always-on futures-style market across asset classes, a perpetual venue is the more direct answer. If you need a regulated exchange contract with a fixed settlement date, use a futures broker and confirm which contract months are open on weekends.
How do the platforms compare?
Futures access outside regular hours (checked Sept–Oct 2026)
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| Platform | Hours | Products | Fee model | Custody | Leverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liquid | Crypto perps 24/7; other perps vary by market | Perps: crypto, stocks, indices, commodities, FX, pre-IPO | % of notional (Tier 0 perps 0.095% taker / 0.065% maker), plus funding | Non-custodial; settles on-chain | Up to 50x on eligible FX and index perps; crypto up to 40x |
| Interactive Brokers | Futures follow exchange sessions | Stocks, options, futures, FX, bonds | Per contract: $0.25–$0.85 tiered or $0.85 fixed, plus exchange fees | Custodial broker | Exchange-set futures margin |
| Charles Schwab | Futures follow exchange sessions | Stocks, ETFs, options, futures, funds | Per contract: $2.25 futures commission | Custodial broker | Exchange-set futures margin |
| CME-based futures brokers (e.g. NinjaTrader, TradeStation) | Exchange calendars; some CME crypto and metals contracts 24/7 | Dated futures and micros | Per contract per side, plus exchange, clearing, and NFA fees | Custodial broker / FCM | Exchange-set futures margin |
| Kraken | Crypto 24/7 | Crypto spot and crypto futures (not in all jurisdictions) | % of notional (futures 0.02% maker / 0.05% taker at entry tier) | Custodial exchange | Varies by product and jurisdiction |
Competitor figures come from each provider's published pricing as checked for Liquid's comparison guides in September 2026. Exchange, clearing, and data fees are extra where noted. Recheck before you trade.
How do dated futures and perpetuals differ?
| Dated future | Perpetual future | |
|---|---|---|
| Expiry | Fixed contract month; roll or settle | None; hold while margin allows |
| Holding cost | Basis to spot, priced into the contract | Funding payments between longs and shorts |
| Hours | Set by the exchange per product | Set by the venue per market; crypto perps 24/7 |
| Regulation | Exchange-listed, cleared through an FCM | Venue rules; not a CME contract |
The trade-off is simple. A dated future gives you a standardized exchange contract and a known settlement process. A perpetual gives you continuous access with no roll, paid for through funding rates. Liquid does not offer CME futures. For more detail, see futures vs. perpetual futures.
What changes at night and on weekends?
Liquidity and spreads can change when the underlying market is closed. A stock or commodity perp trading on a Saturday has no live exchange price to anchor to, so its price reflects what traders are willing to pay until the cash market reopens. Size positions with that in mind, and use a stop-loss you would be comfortable with if the market gapped at Monday's open.
How to trade futures 24/7 on Liquid
- Fund your account. Deposit with a card, a transfer, or USDC. See how to fund your Liquid account.
- Practice first. Switch to paper trading and run a night or weekend trade with simulated funds.
- Pick a market and check its status. Crypto perps are always open. For other perps, confirm the market shows as tradable.
- Size it and set exits. Choose a multiplier, review notional and margin, and attach a take-profit and stop-loss. The full walkthrough is in how to trade on Liquid.
Choosing between broker types? Read what is the best platform for futures trading or can you trade futures on the weekend.
Sources and further reading
- Liquid documentation and fee schedule
- CME Group: 24/7 crypto, energy, and metals
- Interactive Brokers commissions · Schwab pricing · Kraken fee schedule
Liquid product information checked October 15, 2026. Perpetual futures carry leverage risk, and losses can exceed your expectations in fast markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I trade futures 24/7?
Liquid offers perpetual futures, and its crypto perps trade 24/7 including weekends and holidays. Stock, index, commodity, FX, and pre-IPO perps are listed in the same non-custodial account, with hours that vary by market and venue. For dated exchange futures, CME lists some crypto futures and options plus 1-Ounce Gold and 100-Ounce Silver futures as 24/7, with maintenance windows.
Does Liquid offer CME futures?
No. Liquid offers perpetual futures, which have no expiry and use funding payments instead of contract rolls. For a specific CME contract, use a futures broker that carries it.
How much leverage can I use on 24/7 futures on Liquid?
Up to 50x on eligible FX and index perpetuals and up to 40x on crypto. Maximums vary by market and position size, and the order ticket shows the current limit.
Are perpetual futures prices reliable when the underlying market is closed?
When the reference market is closed, perp prices reflect trader supply and demand rather than a live exchange print. Spreads can widen, and prices can gap when the home market reopens, so size positions for that.
Educational content only — not investment advice. Trading perpetual futures involves substantial risk and may not be suitable for every investor. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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Can I Trade Futures on the Weekend?
Yes. Liquid crypto perps trade through Saturday and Sunday, and a few CME crypto and metals futures now have weekend sessions. Most dated futures still close from Friday evening to Sunday evening.
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Can I Trade Index Futures Around the Clock?
Index perpetuals on Liquid give you S&P 500-style and Nasdaq-style exposure without contract months, with up to 50x on eligible index markets. CME E-mini and Micro E-mini futures trade nearly 24 hours, Sunday to Friday.
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How Do I Start Trading Futures Online?
Pick the contract type, open an account that carries it, practice with simulated funds, then trade small with a written exit plan. Here is the route for perpetual futures on Liquid and for dated futures at a broker.
Put what you learned to work.
Trade crypto, stocks, commodities, FX, indices, and pre-IPO names — plus prediction markets. Prediction contracts are unleveraged; eligible perpetual markets offer multipliers of up to 50×.