Why 24/7 trading is a bad idea

19 jmsflknr 4 7/23/2025, 8:04:38 PM economist.com ↗

Comments (4)

mikestew · 1d ago
I think one must first argue why it is a good idea. “It is already being done through back channels” is not an argument I find compelling. In some respects it strikes me as keeping the casino open longer.
amadeuspagel · 23h ago
Every institution competes for attention. When you can check twitter 24h, but the stock exchange only for 8 hours (and these 8 hours may not be among your waking hours), that makes twitter feel more real.
mikestew · 1d ago
readme · 1d ago
it's a bad idea because your money will run out faster, if you just trade 9-5 you can space your losses out