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## Global Stock Market Opening Brief: US Markets Open as Usual, European Markets Closed
**US Stock Market Operating Normally**
After the Christmas holiday, the US stock market resumed trading as scheduled on the 26th. According to the latest news, US stocks opened normally today, with trading activity remaining stable. Meanwhile, CME's precious metals, energy, forex, and stock index futures contracts are all maintaining normal trading status, providing market participants with comprehensive trading tools.
**Bond Futures Experience Trading Interruptions**
It is noteworthy that US Treasury futures contracts have a special arrangement today. Due to the European markets being closed, trading for these contracts will be suspended from 14:00 to 19:00 Beijing time. This adjustment requires special attention from traders focused on fixed income markets.
**Stock Markets in Many Regions Remain Closed**
Apart from the US, stock markets in Asia-Pacific and Europe are significantly different. Major markets in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and other Asia-Pacific regions, the North American market in Canada, and the entire European stock market will all remain closed throughout the day. This results in a "hot and cold" disparity in global stock market activity.
**Investors Should Pay Attention to Market Rhythm Changes**
Given the different opening and closing times of global markets, investors should familiarize themselves with the trading schedules of various regions in advance, especially noting changes in futures trading hours, to plan investment decisions and risk hedging strategies accordingly.