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Disclaimer
Last Updated: January 27, 2026
Important Notice: The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only. Market Status is not a financial advisor and does not provide financial, investment, or trading advice.
1. General Information Only
Market Status provides real-time information about U.S. stock market trading hours (NYSE/NASDAQ). This information is calculated programmatically based on standard market hours and should be used for general reference purposes only.
2. Not Financial Advice
The content on this website does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice. You should not interpret any information on this site as:
- A recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security
- Investment advice or strategy
- Financial planning or advisory services
- Tax or legal advice
Always consult with qualified financial professionals before making investment decisions.
3. Accuracy and Completeness
While we strive to provide accurate information, Market Status makes no warranties or guarantees about:
- The accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information
- The reliability of market status calculations
- The suitability of information for your particular needs
4. Market Hours Limitations
This website does NOT account for:
- Market Holidays: NYSE/NASDAQ observe federal holidays when markets are closed (New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day)
- Early Closures: Markets close early (typically 1:00 PM ET) on certain days such as the day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve
- Emergency Closures: Unexpected closures due to technical issues, extreme weather, or national emergencies
- Extended Hours Trading: Pre-market (4:00 AM - 9:30 AM ET) and after-hours (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET) trading sessions available through some brokers
- Circuit Breakers: Trading halts triggered by market-wide price movements
5. Verify with Official Sources
Always verify market hours and status with official sources before making trading decisions:
- NYSE official website: nyse.com
- NASDAQ official website: nasdaq.com
- Your broker's platform
6. No Warranties
This website and its content are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Merchantability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
- Accuracy or reliability
7. Limitation of Liability
Market Status, its owners, operators, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Use or inability to use this website
- Reliance on any information provided
- Trading decisions made based on this information
- Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content
- Unauthorized access to or use of our servers
8. Third-Party Links
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9. Time Zone Considerations
All market hours displayed are in Eastern Time (ET). Your device's time is converted to ET for calculations. Ensure your device's time and time zone settings are correct for accurate results.
10. Professional Advice
Before making any financial decisions, you should:
- Consult with a licensed financial advisor
- Review your individual financial situation and goals
- Consider your risk tolerance
- Conduct your own research
- Verify all information with official sources
11. Changes to This Disclaimer
We reserve the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page with an updated revision date.
12. Use at Your Own Risk
By using this website, you acknowledge and agree that you use it entirely at your own risk. You are solely responsible for any decisions you make based on information obtained from this site.
Bottom Line: Market Status is a convenience tool for checking standard market hours. Always verify critical information with official sources and consult financial professionals before making investment decisions. Past performance does not guarantee future results.