XTB Launched Extended US Stock Trading Options
Investors gain access to 582 US stocks around the clock, while Hungarian users receive a new tax-advantaged account.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Investing
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XTB has introduced 24-hour weekday trading for 582 US stocks, allowing clients to place market orders that execute as limit orders during extended sessions. Additionally, the brokerage has launched a tax-advantaged TBSZ investment account in Hungary for investors looking to hold assets long-term.
Why it matters
These updates offer investors more flexibility in managing positions outside standard market hours and provide a new tool for Hungarian residents to potentially reduce tax liabilities on long-term investment gains.
The Hungarian TBSZ account requires a minimum deposit of 25,000 HUF to open. Investors should note that early withdrawals from these accounts are subject to a 15% personal income tax and a 13% social contribution.
The players
XTB
A global brokerage firm that provides retail investors with access to stocks, ETFs, and CFD trading products.
The details
Outside of regular market hours, client orders are routed to execute as limit orders at the best available opposing price. The new Hungarian TBSZ account functions by offering tax-free gains after a five-year holding period, though access to these benefits requires maintaining the account for the full duration. Investors are currently being granted access to these features in stages via app notifications.
Timeline
October 7, 2026: XTB announced the service expansions.
End of 2025: Hungarian TBSZ accounts surpassed 519,000.
Money Landscape
Brokerages are increasingly extending trading windows to meet demand for 24-hour access to US markets. This shift follows an industry-wide trend toward expanded electronic trading hours that gained momentum throughout 2024.
Investors using extended hours should confirm how their orders are prioritized as limit orders to manage price risk outside standard sessions. If you are considering a Hungarian TBSZ account, discuss the five-year holding requirement with a tax professional to ensure you avoid early withdrawal penalties.
The takeaway
Extended trading sessions increase market participation options, but investors should remain aware of potential liquidity differences during off-hours. Always review the specific tax and penalty structures of new investment accounts with a qualified professional before committing capital.
What happens next
XTB plans to introduce a new tax-advantaged account named OKI at the start of 2027.
Further reading
For a broader look at how different account types can impact your long-term portfolio, visit our Investing section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Finance Magnates.
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