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SIX Swiss Exchange

Zurich, Switzerland · SMI — Swiss Market Index · CHF

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SIX Swiss Exchange is currently closed.

SIX Swiss Exchange Trading Hours

SessionLocal (GMT+2)UTCUS Eastern (ET)
Pre-Market8:00 AM – 9:00 AM CET——
Regular Session09:00 – 17:3007:00 – 15:3003:00 AM – 11:30 AM
After Hours5:30 PM – 8:00 PM CET——

Trading days: Monday – Friday. Closed on public holidays. UTC times shift with daylight saving time.

About SIX Swiss Exchange

The SIX Swiss Exchange is Switzerland's primary stock exchange, headquartered in Zurich. Despite Switzerland's relatively small size, the SIX is home to several of the world's most valuable companies including Nestlé, Novartis, and Roche — making it one of the most significant exchanges in Europe by market capitalisation. The Swiss Market Index (SMI) tracks the 20 largest and most liquid SMI-listed companies. Switzerland's political neutrality and financial stability make the SIX a globally respected venue.

✓Home to Nestlé, Novartis, and Roche — three of the world's largest companies by market cap
✓Switzerland is one of the world's leading financial centres despite its small size
✓The SMI is composed of 20 of the largest Swiss blue-chip companies
✓SIX also operates a significant derivatives and bond market
✓Swiss franc (CHF) is considered a traditional safe-haven currency

Founded

1850

Benchmark Index

SMI — Swiss Market Index

Currency

CHF

Trading Days

Mon – Fri

SIX Swiss Exchange — Frequently Asked Questions

What time does the Swiss Exchange open?
The SIX Swiss Exchange opens at 9:00 AM Central European Time (CET/CEST) and closes at 5:30 PM. It follows the same hours as other major European exchanges.
What is the SMI index?
The Swiss Market Index (SMI) tracks the 20 largest and most liquid companies listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. Top constituents include Nestlé, Novartis, Roche, UBS, ABB, and Zurich Insurance.
What currency does the Swiss Exchange trade in?
The SIX Swiss Exchange primarily trades in Swiss francs (CHF). Some international depositary receipts trade in USD or EUR as well.
What time is SIX Swiss Exchange in US Eastern Time?
During CET (winter): SIX opens at 3:00 AM ET and closes at 11:30 AM ET. During CEST/EDT (summer): opens at 3:00 AM ET and closes at 11:30 AM ET.
Is the Swiss stock market part of the EU?
No. Switzerland is not a member of the European Union. The SIX Swiss Exchange operates under Swiss financial law (FINMA regulation), independently of EU markets authorities, though it closely aligns with European market standards.

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