How Binance is bringing 24/7 trading to traditional markets

Financial markets have traditionally operated on fixed schedules. While stocks open in the morning and close by mid-afternoon or evening, commodities and indices move within fixed windows. What happens outside these hours is often left to speculation until trading resumes the next day.

Binance is changing that.

In January 2026, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world by trading volume launched what it calls TradFi Perpetual Contracts, starting with gold (XAUUSDT) and silver (XAGUSDT). The product has since expanded to also include select stocks including Tesla (TSLAUSDT), Amazon (AMZNUSDT), index ETFs such as iShares MSCI South Korea (EWYUSDT) and MSCI Japan ETFs (EWJUSDT), and most recently oil and gas futures (CLUSDT, BZUSDT, NATGASUSDT).


The concept applies the perpetual futures contracts model, already popular in crypto, to traditional assets long-traded worldwide.

Perpetual futures have no expiry date, allowing traders to hold positions indefinitely without concerns about contract expiration. Trading is settled in USDT, a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, eliminating currency conversion hassles.

These contracts offer significant leverage, meaning traders can take a larger position than their actual deposit would normally allow. While leverage amplifies gains, it also increases risks. If you are new to leveraged products, visit Binance Academy for guides on leverage, margin, and liquidation before your first live trade.

These contracts are offered through Nest Exchange Limited, a Binance entity regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of the Abu Dhabi Global Market.

Unlocking 24/7 access
The most significant shift isn't the assets themselves, but the hours. Stock exchanges, gold markets, and commodity platforms operate on fixed schedules tied to business hours in specific time zones. Gold and silver dominate trading activity, with demand rising sharply during periods of global uncertainty. When news breaks about a geopolitical event, a central bank decision, or an economic report, traders on Binance can respond immediately, regardless of whether it's 2 am on a Sunday.

To manage pricing during off-hours, Binance applies a smoothing technique using an Exponentially Weighted Moving Average (EWMA), and limits how far a contract's mark price can drift from its reference index, for example, a give or take of 3% for gold contracts. This is designed to prevent wild price swings when underlying markets are closed.

The uptake has been notable. As per an updated report from Binance Research, average daily trading volume for TradFi perpetuals rose from approximately $3 billion in January to ~$8.6 billion in March, representing a 188% increase in Q1 2026. This reflects the rising demand for always-on and capital-efficient access to traditional asset exposure amongst users.

The same data suggests that Binance accounts for approximately 41% of historical TradFi perps trading volume. Additionally, a Binance survey of over 2,000 Indian investors found that 85% are open to investing in TradFi perps, with 54% expressing clear intent and a further 31% willing to explore the products with more education.

What this means for investors
Whether you're a crypto trader looking to diversify your portfolio or someone familiar with commodities but new to platforms like Binance, TradFi Perpetual Contracts bring multiple asset classes under one roof instead of splitting investments across numerous apps.

For users, this is less about replacing existing systems and more about adding another option. Early volumes suggest the appetite for offerings such as TradFi Perpetual Contracts is real and growing.

For more details, visit the TradFi Perpetual Contracts FAQ page.

Risks and responsible trading
There are risks associated with trading perpetual contracts on traditional assets. Binance has a risk warning that includes a summary overview of some (but not all) of the risks that may result from trading TradFi Perps.

If you are new to perpetuals, start with small position sizes and little to no leverage, and only trade an amount you’re comfortable with losing. You can slowly increase the amount of your positions as you develop a consistent risk management approach. You are solely responsible for determining whether any investment, investment strategy, or related transaction is appropriate for you according to your personal investment objectives, financial circumstances, and risk tolerance.

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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Binance is registered with the Financial Intelligence Unit – India (FIU-IND) as a reporting entity. Crypto products and NFTs are unregulated and can be highly risky. There may be no regulatory recourse for any loss from such transactions.