QuoMarkets is rolling out OIL247, a new US crude oil (WTI) product built to keep traders connected to the oil market right through the weekend. The instrument goes live on August 1, 2026, and will be available exclusively on MT5.
Crude oil, like most traditional commodities, runs on a weekday-only schedule, which leaves a two-day gap at precisely the moment the news cycle refuses to slow down. Wars, OPEC decisions, surprise inventory data, and sudden geopolitical shocks don’t wait for Monday, and the market’s reaction to them shouldn’t have to either. That’s the gap OIL247 was built to close, and it’s why this launch is worth paying attention to if you trade WTI.
OIL247 gives QuoMarkets clients a way into WTI on Saturdays and Sundays, adding an entirely new layer to how oil trading hours work.
Oil Trading Hours: The Usual Schedule and the Weekend Blackout
Before appreciating why weekend access matters, it helps to know the baseline. Under normal circumstances, oil trading hours follow the timetable set by the major futures exchanges. WTI crude oil futures trade on the CME Globex platform, which runs from Sunday at 5:00 p.m. CT through Friday at 4:00 p.m. CT, pausing for a one-hour break each day.
In practice, that means the market shuts down from Friday evening until Sunday evening, a roughly 48-hour stretch known as the “weekend gap,” when the official market simply goes dark.
For a commodity like crude oil, that gap carries real weight. The market has no way to respond to fresh information that surfaces over the weekend. Geopolitical developments, OPEC statements, or natural disasters, for instance, can all trigger sharp price swings the moment trading picks back up. That produces a jump on the charts, sometimes a profitable one, sometimes a painful one, and it’s a structural limitation baked into how traditional markets operate.
Why Weekend Oil Trading Is Catching On
The standard five-day model leaves plenty of opportunity untouched, and the industry has been searching for ways to close that gap. Weekends have long been a blind spot, which explains the well-documented “weekend effect” seen in oil options: traders frequently close out positions on Friday simply because they have no way to hedge them once the market shuts.
That said, appetite for weekend oil trading is climbing. Recent figures show that 24/7 WTI perpetual futures have racked up billions in notional volume, with weekend activity running at roughly 30% of weekday intensity. The driver is straightforward: managing risk in a world where the biggest headlines often break while the desk is closed.
That growing appetite has opened the door for brokers to build products that bridge the divide. OIL247 on QuoMarkets is a direct answer to that demand, giving traders a way to manage positions and respond to breaking news in real time, instead of sitting on their hands until Sunday evening.
Meet OIL247: Crude Oil Trading on Weekends
OIL247 is QuoMarkets’ new symbol – a CFD product that opens the door to taking positions in US crude oil (WTI) during the window when traditional markets are shut.
The schedule is what sets it apart. It’s fully open for trading on Saturday and Sunday. Once the weekday session kicks in, it switches to close-only mode: no new positions can be opened, but existing ones can still be closed out. It’s a setup built specifically around the mechanics of weekend trading, giving traders a clear route to act on weekend headlines.
Getting Started with OIL247
Setting it up takes just a few steps inside MT5:
- Log in to your MT5 account under a Standard, ECN, Zero, or Limitless account type.
- Open the Market Watch window and search for the OIL247 symbol, adding it to your list if it isn’t already showing.
- Review the contract specifications directly on the platform to confirm margin requirements before you trade.
- Place your order within your usual risk parameters, keeping the 0.01 to 10 lot range per trade and the 10-lot account cap in mind.
- Since OIL247 is only open for new positions on weekends, plan your entries around that Saturday-Sunday window, and remember that once the weekday session starts, positions can only be closed, not opened.
What to Watch Out For
Weekend markets can move quickly, and liquidity doesn’t necessarily behave the way it does on an ordinary Tuesday afternoon in London or New York. Spreads can widen as volume thins out, and a single unexpected headline can spark sharper price swings than you’d typically see midweek.
Because OIL247 is designed specifically to capture that weekend volatility, position sizing deserves extra care. Smaller, well-planned trades tend to hold up better than oversized ones during the kind of gap moves weekend news can trigger.
A Note for Partners: What OIL247 Means for You
If you refer traders to QuoMarkets, OIL247 gives you a fresh, genuine reason to reach out. A new product launch is one of the simplest, most natural touch points for re-engaging clients who’ve gone quiet, and this one comes with a real story attached: the chance to trade crude oil on days it’s never been available before.
There’s a clear commercial upside too. Two extra trading days each week mean more volume, and more volume means more commission potential across your referred accounts, without asking your clients to change anything they weren’t already inclined to do.
To make it simple, ready-made creatives and a dedicated tracking link are available through the Partner Portal, so you can start promoting OIL247 without building anything from the ground up.
Grab your tracking link through the Partner Portal today and start sharing the OIL247 launch with your audience.
Final Thoughts
So, can you trade oil on weekends? Now you can, with QuoMarkets’ OIL247.
The two-day gap in traditional oil trading has always been a sore spot for anyone trying to react to fast-moving news. OIL247 doesn’t erase that gap entirely; weekday activity is still limited to closing positions, but it does give traders a genuine window into weekend price action for the first time. If you trade WTI and you’re tired of watching headlines break without being able to act, this is worth exploring the moment it goes live on August 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Trade Oil on Weekends?
Standard WTI crude oil futures don’t have a regular Saturday session. CME Group lists WTI futures as trading Sunday through Friday, with a daily break. QuoMarkets’ OIL247 is built differently and is fully tradable on Saturday and Sunday.
Does Crude Oil Trade on Weekends With QuoMarkets?
Yes. QuoMarkets’ OIL247 is fully tradable on Saturday and Sunday. It launches on August 1, 2026, and is available exclusively on MT5.
What Are the Standard Oil Trading Hours?
Standard WTI futures trade Sunday through Friday, from 5:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time, with a one-hour daily break. Trading schedules vary by product and broker, so always check the specific instrument’s schedule.
When Does the Oil Market Open?
For standard WTI futures, the regular weekly session opens on Sunday. CME Group lists WTI futures as trading from 5:00 p.m. Central Time on Sunday through 4:00 p.m. Central Time on Friday, with a daily break. OIL247 runs on a separate QuoMarkets schedule that offers full trading access on Saturday and Sunday.
Is Weekend Oil Trading Riskier Than Weekday Trading?
Weekend trading can bring different liquidity conditions and heightened sensitivity to news that breaks outside standard market hours. Traders should weigh these factors carefully, manage position size, and understand the specific conditions of the instrument before trading.
Risk Disclaimer: Trading oil and other CFDs involves significant risk of loss and may not be suitable for all investors. Leverage can work against you as well as for you. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved and seek independent financial advice if necessary before trading.
