The U.S. stock market observes several holidays throughout the year when major exchanges like the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq are closed. These holidays typically align with federal holidays, and when a holiday falls on a weekend, the markets may close on the preceding Friday or the following Monday. It’s important for investors to stay informed about these closures to avoid disruptions in trading and financial planning.
US Stock Market Holidays for 2025
Here is a list of the key holidays when the U.S. stock markets will be closed in 2025:
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | January 20, 2025 | Monday |
| Washington’s Birthday | February 17, 2025 | Monday |
| Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday |
| Memorial Day | May 26, 2025 | Monday |
| Juneteenth National Independence Day | June 19, 2025 | Thursday |
| Independence Day | July 4, 2025 | Friday |
| Labor Day | September 1, 2025 | Monday |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 27, 2025 | Thursday |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2025 | Thursday |
Additional Bond Market Holidays
The bond market also observes certain additional holidays during the year. Here are the days when the bond market will be closed in 2025:
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Day | October 13, 2025 | Monday |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2025 | Tuesday |
Early Stock Market Closures
In addition to regular holidays, there are a few days when the stock markets close early at 1:00 PM ET. Here are those dates for 2025:
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Day before Independence Day | July 3, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Day after Thanksgiving | November 28, 2025 | Friday |
| Christmas Eve | December 24, 2025 | Wednesday |
Bond Market Early Closures
The bond market has several early closures throughout the year, closing at 2:00 PM ET. Here are the days in 2025 when this will occur:
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Day before Good Friday | April 17, 2025 | Thursday |
| Friday before Memorial Day | May 23, 2025 | Friday |
| Day before Independence Day | July 3, 2025 | Thursday |
| Day after Thanksgiving | November 28, 2025 | Friday |
| Christmas Eve | December 24, 2025 | Wednesday |
| New Year’s Eve | December 31, 2025 | Wednesday |
US Stock Market Timings in India
The U.S. stock market operates from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time (ET), which translates to 7:00 PM to 1:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST), Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. These hours are crucial for traders, investors, and institutions to execute trades, analyze trends, and make investment decisions in one of the world’s largest financial markets.
Here are the market hours for the NYSE and Nasdaq in both Eastern Time (ET) and Indian Standard Time (IST):
| Market Hours | ET | IST |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-market trading | 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM | 1:30 PM to 7:00 PM |
| Normal trading hours | 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM | 7:00 PM to 1:30 AM |
| After-hours trading | 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM | 1:30 AM to 5:30 AM |
Disclaimer
It’s important for investors to stay updated on U.S. stock market holidays and trading hours, as these can impact trading schedules and decision-making. Be sure to check the official market calendar for any last-minute changes or updates.