Closing Bell

Closing Bell
Former logo from October 13, 2014
GenreBusiness news program
Presented byScott Wapner
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
Running time60 minutes
Original release
NetworkCNBC
ReleaseFebruary 4, 2002 (2002-02-04) –
present
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Closing Bell broadcast set
Closing Bell screen wall

Closing Bell can refer to two CNBC programs: the original Closing Bell on CNBC (which debuted on February 4, 2002) and European Closing Bell on CNBC Europe (which was cancelled on December 18, 2015).

The show is named after the bell that is rung to signify the end of a trading session on the New York Stock Exchange which occurs at 4:00 pm EST. Many exchanges used to signify end of trading with a gong or bell when they were operated on an open outcry basis. The New York Stock Exchange still uses this system and often invites special guests to ring the bell.

The CNBC shows use this name as they cover the period up to the end of trading and review the trading of the day after the market has closed.