Coinbase has launched 24/7 trading for gold and silver futures for eligible U.S. users through its derivatives exchange. The contracts, covering one ounce of gold and 50 ounces of silver, are available via supported brokers like Interactive Brokers. This move extends Coinbase’s always-on trading model to regulated precious metals, providing traders with extended access beyond traditional market hours.
Coinbase has launched 24/7 trading for gold and silver futures through its Coinbase Derivatives Exchange. The products are available to eligible U.S. traders through supported brokers such as Interactive Brokers and NinjaTrader.
The contracts consist of one troy ounce of gold and 50 troy ounces of silver. This design provides a reduced pathway to regulated commodity exposure for users.
Traditional metals markets typically have fixed sessions and close on weekends. Coinbase‘s structure allows traders more time to respond to economic reports and geopolitical events.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong addressed the launch in a post on X. The company described the move as part of a broader transition towards traditional finance.
Gold and silver futures remain popular instruments for exposure to major stores of value. Market interest has remained active despite inflation worries and geopolitical tensions.
The launch aligns with Coinbase‘s vision of expanding its financial platform. In recent years, the company has diversified into derivatives and stock-linked products.
Coinbase already offers gold and silver perpetual futures for certain non-U.S. users. The U.S. launch introduces regulated futures trading on its derivatives exchange.
The exchange only offers the products to eligible traders via supported brokers. It did not market the launch as a spot metals service.
The smaller contract size may help reduce hurdles for commodity traders. These futures are offered almost daily, allowing trading outside regular hours.
