Online reports, according to the Financial Times, the London Stock Exchange Group is considering whether to launch 24-hour trading. Exchanges are racing to extend stock trading hours due to growing demand from small investors who are active outside normal business hours. According to people familiar with the matter, the London Stock Exchange Group is studying the feasibility of extending trading hours, covering the technology needed and the regulatory implications. One of the people said the London Stock Exchange was "indeed considering this seriously, whether it is introducing 24-hour trading or extending trading hours," adding that the exchange group was engaged in "important commercial, policy and regulatory discussions" on the "continuing issue." Another person familiar with the matter said the exploration is part of a broad discussion about potential new products and services.