Why are there live ticks on a Saturday?

The presence of live ticks on a Saturday, when regular trading is typically closed, is primarily due to exchanges conducting mock trading sessions or contingency drills, such as below:

Mock Trading Sessions:

• Exchanges like the NSE (National Stock Exchange of India) conduct these sessions, often monthly, to test their trading infrastructure, new systems, and software updates.
• These sessions allow brokers to ensure their systems are functioning correctly and to practice contingency plans.

Contingency Drills:

• These drills are crucial for preparing for potential disruptions or failures in the trading systems.
• They help to ensure that the market can continue to operate smoothly even in the event of unforeseen problems.

Regulatory Requirements:

• Securities regulators, like SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India), mandate these mock trading sessions to maintain market stability and integrity.
• They require exchanges to regularly test their systems.

In essence, these Saturday sessions are essential for maintaining the reliability and stability of the financial markets. So when you see live ticks on a Saturday, it is most likely from these test sessions.

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