Stock Market Holidays: When the Market Takes a Break
September 16, 2023 by JoyAnswer.org, Category : Finance
How many days is the stock market closed? Explore the days when the stock market is closed. This article provides a comprehensive list of stock market holidays, allowing investors to plan their trading activities accordingly and understand when the market takes a break.
How many days is the stock market closed?
The stock market in the United States typically observes the following holidays when it is closed:
- New Year's Day - January 1st (or the next trading day if January 1st falls on a weekend)
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Third Monday in January
- Presidents' Day - Third Monday in February
- Good Friday - The Friday before Easter Sunday (not a federal holiday, but some markets close early)
- Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
- Independence Day - July 4th (or the next trading day if July 4th falls on a weekend)
- Labor Day - First Monday in September
- Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November
- Christmas Day - December 25th (or the next trading day if December 25th falls on a weekend)
Additionally, the stock market may have shortened trading hours on some holidays or close early on the day before a holiday. It's essential to check the official holiday schedule of the specific stock exchange you are interested in, such as the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) or the NASDAQ, as holiday observance can vary.
In total, there are usually nine recognized holidays when the stock market is closed each year.
The US stock market is closed on 10 federal holidays in 2023:
- New Year's Day (January 2)
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 16)
- Presidents' Day (February 20)
- Good Friday (April 7)
- Memorial Day (May 29)
- Juneteenth National Independence Day (June 19)
- Independence Day (July 4)
- Labor Day (September 4)
- Thanksgiving Day (November 23)
- Christmas Day (December 25)
In addition, the stock market closes early on Black Friday (November 24) and Christmas Eve (December 24).
The stock market is also closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and other federal holidays that fall on a weekday. This means that the stock market is typically closed for around 104 days each year.
It is important to note that some stock exchanges may have different holiday schedules. For example, the bond market exchanges tend to follow the federal government holiday schedule, but they may also be closed on additional days. It is always best to check the holiday schedule for the specific exchange you are interested in.
