What time does the ASX close today?

The ASX has an early close at 2:10pm AEDT today. Liquidity is usually thinner into the bell, so plan to execute earlier and use limit orders. Review your broker’s holiday timetable, as some platforms restrict certain order types near early-close sessions.

How does T+2 settlement work over Christmas and New Year?

T+2 counts only business days. A trade on December 24 settles on December 30. December 29 settles December 31. December 30 settles January 2, and December 31 settles January 5. Holidays on December 25, December 26, and January 1 are excluded from the T+2 count.

What is the safest order type to use in a thin market?

A patient limit order is usually best. It gives price control when depth is low and spreads are wider. Break larger trades into smaller clips and monitor partial fills. Avoid market orders unless you must execute immediately and accept possible slippage.

Will the ASX close early on New Year’s Eve too?

Yes, the ASX is scheduled to close early at 2:10pm AEDT on December 31. Confirm any changes with your broker and check an official schedule. Plan trades and funding around shortened ASX trading hours to avoid last-minute issues.

Global Market Insights

ASX Today, December 24: Early 2:10pm Close, T+2 Holiday Risks

ByHuzaifa Zahoor December 25, 2025December 25, 2025

ASX trading hours change today with an early close at 2:10pm AEDT. Liquidity is thin and spreads can widen, so execution risk is higher than usual. T+2 settlement skips December 25, December 26, and January 1, which shifts when cash and collateral move. We suggest entering limit orders, trading earlier in the day, and planning for a normal session on December 29 and another early close on December 31. Here is what matters for orders, settlement, and funding over the next week.