Normally trading during the regular hours is the norm, but some still prefer to see what happens during after hours, despite the volatility.

A trading session is the time during the day when trading activity takes place. Stock markets trade continuously throughout the day, with each trading session comprising a separate business day. Signaling the beginning of the session is the opening bell, which announces the market has opened. This is when most transactions take place. On the other hand, trading is not limited to this time of day. After the market closes, that is, after regular business hours have ended, it occurs. This is called after-hours trading. Even so, there are numerous significant differences between regular trading hours and after-hours trading. Learn more about the after-hours session, such as how to participate and what not to do after the market closes.