What happens to the cryptocurrency market when it closes?

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• Dec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
  During the closing hours of the cryptocurrency market, trading activity tends to decrease as many traders and investors take a break. This can result in lower liquidity and potentially wider spreads between buy and sell orders. However, it's important to note that cryptocurrency markets are decentralized and operate 24/7, so there is no official 'closing' time like traditional stock markets. The term 'closing' is often used to refer to the end of a trading day or session, but trading continues uninterrupted.
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• Dec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
  When the cryptocurrency market 'closes' for the day, it doesn't mean that all trading activity stops. In fact, the market remains open and active 24/7. However, trading volume may decrease during certain hours due to factors such as time zone differences and market participants taking breaks. It's also worth noting that the cryptocurrency market is highly globalized, with traders from all around the world participating at any given time. So, even when it's nighttime in one region, there are still active traders in other parts of the world.
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• Dec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
  At BYDFi, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, we understand that the term 'closing' can be misleading when it comes to the cryptocurrency market. While traditional markets have specific closing hours, the cryptocurrency market operates non-stop. This means that traders can continue to buy and sell cryptocurrencies at any time, regardless of the time of day or night. The absence of a closing time is one of the unique aspects of the cryptocurrency market, providing traders with the flexibility to trade whenever they want.
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