Longbridge Singapore Extends U.S. Pre-Market Options Trading Hours for Singapore Investors

• Singapore clients can now trade eligible U.S. stock and ETF options from 12:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Singapore Time (SGT)
• Longbridge data shows pre-market options volume among Singapore clients was nearly 6× higher on earnings days and almost 50% higher the day before earnings announcements
• Extended pre-market access comes with USD 0 commissions or platform fees on eligible U.S. options trades, helping investors respond to market developments more efficiently.

SINGAPORE, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Longbridge Securities Singapore today announced an extension of its U.S. pre-market options trading session, enabling eligible clients to trade selected U.S. stock and ETF options from 12:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Singapore Time (SGT), ahead of the regular U.S. market session.

Longbridge was the first licensed broker in Singapore to introduce pre-market U.S. options trading, and is now extending that lead by giving investors up to 9.5 hours of access before the regular U.S. market session. The wider window gives investors more flexibility to respond to company earnings, economic releases and other developments that can move U.S. markets before the opening bell.

For Singapore investors, the extended session runs from 12:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. SGT when the U.S. is observing daylight saving time, and 1:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. SGT during U.S. standard time.

Rather than simply extending trading hours, Longbridge sees the development as part of a broader effort to give investors more control over when they can assess and respond to market-moving information.

"Longbridge was the first to bring pre-market U.S. options trading to investors, and we are now extending that access even further," said Gavin Chia, Singapore and Regional CEO, Southeast Asia, Longbridge Securities. "In fast-moving markets, timing matters. A wider trading window gives investors more flexibility to optimise their portfolios, manage risk, act on opportunities and capture alpha before the market has fully adjusted to new information."

Why the pre-market window matters

For investors in Asia, many of the events that move U.S. stocks happen well before the regular U.S. trading session begins. Major companies may release earnings before the opening bell, while economic data such as inflation and employment figures can also arrive before the market opens. Developments originating in Asia, from policy announcements to supply-chain updates, can similarly influence U.S.-listed companies hours before regular trading begins.

By the time the opening bell rings, markets may already have begun adjusting to that information. A longer pre-market options session gives investors an additional window to manage existing positions, hedge exposure or express a market view with defined risk while information is still being absorbed.

Longbridge's trading data shows just how important that window becomes around earnings. An analysis of 26 of the most actively traded U.S. stock options on Longbridge from 1 January to 30 September 2026 found that, among Singapore clients, pre-market options volume on earnings days was nearly six times the level seen on non-earnings days.

The data also shows that activity typically begins picking up before results are announced, with pre-market volume on the trading day before earnings reaching nearly 50% above normal levels.

"For investors in Asia, access matters most when markets are moving and new information is being absorbed," Chia said. "Extending pre-market options trading gives our clients a wider window to respond to earnings, economic data and other market-moving developments as they happen, rather than waiting for the regular session to begin. That is ultimately about giving investors greater flexibility, control and choice in how they participate in U.S. markets."

From earlier access to better-informed decisions

Extending the trading window gives investors earlier access to the market. But around earnings and other fast-moving events, access is only part of the equation. Investors also need to quickly understand what changed, why it matters to their portfolio and what options they have before deciding whether to act.

That is where Longbridge AI complements the extended pre-market session, helping investors move from information to understanding and, ultimately, to action across the investment process.

1. Monitor while you work. Longbridge AI monitors investors' holdings and watchlists throughout the day, surfacing developments that may be relevant to their portfolios.
2. Understand what changed. Investors can ask questions such as "Why did my stock move?" Longbridge AI can explain relevant news, summarise earnings results and surface options-market signals including unusual activity and changes in market sentiment.
3. Prepare before the bell. Longbridge AI can help investors analyse developments and evaluate possible next steps before the regular market opens, allowing them to approach the pre-market session with greater context.
4. Act when ready. Clients can place eligible pre-market options orders through the Longbridge app, with each trade confirmed by the investor. Through Longbridge Skill, investors can also access Longbridge research and user-confirmed trading from within supported AI assistants.

By combining earlier market access with real-time analysis, Longbridge aims to narrow the gap between when information emerges and when investors are able to understand and respond to it. For investors in Asia, that means being able to follow an earnings release, assess its potential impact on their portfolio and decide on a response within the same pre-market window.

"The value of extending pre-market trading is not just giving investors more hours. It is about giving them a better way to use those hours," Chia said. "When earnings or other market-moving information comes out, Longbridge AI helps investors quickly understand what has changed and what it could mean for their portfolio, so they can make their own decision with greater context."

Availability

The full list of eligible instruments and terms is available at https://longbridge.com/sg/us-pre-market-options-trading?channel=OWSN00090.

About Longbridge Securities Singapore

Longbridge Securities is an AI-Powered online brokerage headquartered in Singapore. By building global trading infrastructure and a trading network, it delivers best-in-class trading experiences to investors worldwide. Founded in March 2019, Longbridge holds 22 financial regulatory licenses or qualifications across the U.S., Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, and other markets, and has secured more than US$150 million in strategic investment from leading financial institutions and investment firms. Long Bridge Securities Pte. Ltd. is a licensed entity regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) (Capital Markets Services Licence No.: CMS101211), holding a Capital Markets Services Licence and operating under an exempt financial adviser status.

Disclaimer

Long Bridge Securities Pte. Ltd. ("Long Bridge Securities") (UEN No.: 202111825D) is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and holds a Capital Markets Services Licence for dealing in capital markets products that are securities, collective investment schemes, and exchange-traded derivatives contracts, and is an Exempt Financial Adviser. Pre-market liquidity is lower, spreads may be wider and orders may not be filled. All investments carry risks, may not be suitable for everyone, and you may lose your investment principal. It is important that investors read Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before engaging in any options trading strategies. You should seek independent financial advice if you are unsure about any investment decisions. This advertisement has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.

SOURCE Longbridge Group