Kraken has launched traditional finance futures for eligible EU clients on its Kraken Pro platform, offering access to 70 new markets including oil, gold and major equity indices such as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100.
The expansion allows customers to trade fixed-term contracts alongside more than 290 existing crypto perpetuals.
The new service enables users to go long or short on equity indices, commodities and FX markets using the same interface they already employ for crypto.
Kraken said the launch creates a single, integrated environment for traders seeking broader macro exposure or looking to hedge crypto risk.
Unlike traditional equity markets, which close at 4 p.m., TradFi futures on Kraken Pro follow the extended schedule of CME Group and operate 23 hours a day, five days a week.
The offering includes micro, mini and standard futures on global benchmarks, alongside gold, oil and foreign exchange contracts.
Kraken noted that futures provide tools such as leverage, expanded hedging options and access to extended hours.
The product is compliant with CySEC requirements, and users who fund their TradFi futures wallet receive free real-time Level 1 market data. Optional Level 2 data is also available.
Customers can access the feature by updating Kraken Pro, unlocking derivatives, funding their accounts and selecting their chosen futures market.
