CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. The vast majority of retail client accounts lose money when trading in CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
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What does the "market is closed" error mean?
The "Market is Closed" error occurs when attempting to place, modify, or close orders outside a product’s trading hours, such as on weekends, market holidays, outside trading sessions, or during temporary closures. To check trading hours, open Market Watch in MT5, right-click the product, select Specification, and review the trading session. Note that trading hours vary by product and some have breaks during the day.
When this may happen
Situation
Explanation
Weekend
Some markets are closed during weekends.
Market holiday
Trading may be unavailable during public or market holidays.
Outside trading session
Each product has its own trading hours.
Temporary market closure
The product may be temporarily unavailable due to market conditions or system settings.
How to check trading hours
Step
Action
1
Open Market Watch in MT4 or MT5.
2
Right-click the product.
3
Select Specification.
4
Review the trading session or trading hours shown.
Important notes
You cannot place or modify orders when the market is closed.
Trading hours may differ by product.
Some products may have breaks during the trading day.
