Description

Trading hours for commodity derivatives segment will be revised from March 09, 2026 due to change in US daylight saving timings, with continuous trading ending at 11:30 PM instead of previous timings.

Summary

BSE has announced a revision in trading hours for the Commodity Derivatives Segment effective March 09, 2026. This change is necessitated by the adjustment in US daylight saving timings. The continuous trading session for internationally referenceable non-agricultural commodities will now end at 11:30 PM, with trade modification timings at 11:45 PM.

Key Points

  • Revised trading hours effective from March 09, 2026
  • Change triggered by US daylight saving time adjustment
  • Applies to internationally referenceable non-agricultural commodities
  • Continuous trading: 9:00 AM to 11:30 PM
  • Trade modification window: 11:45 PM
  • References previous notice 20250929-55 dated September 29, 2025

Regulatory Changes

This circular updates the trading hours framework for commodity derivatives trading, specifically for internationally referenceable non-agricultural commodities. The revision aligns BSE’s trading hours with international market timings following the US daylight saving time change.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members must note the revised trading hours
  • Systems and operations must be adjusted to accommodate the new timings from March 09, 2026
  • Trading members should contact their respective Relationship Manager for clarifications

Important Dates

  • Notice Date: February 09, 2026
  • Effective Date: March 09, 2026
  • Reference Notice: 20250929-55 dated September 29, 2025

Impact Assessment

The revision has moderate operational impact on trading members dealing in commodity derivatives. Members will need to adjust their trading strategies, risk management systems, and operational schedules to accommodate the modified hours. The change ensures continued synchronization with international commodity markets following the US daylight saving time adjustment. No impact on equities or other segments.

Impact Justification

Operational change affecting commodity derivatives trading hours due to US daylight saving time adjustment. Important for traders to note timing changes but not a high-impact regulatory change.