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US Stock Market Holidays - Essential Dates for Traders and Investors

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The US stock market operates on a regular schedule, but there are specific holidays when it remains closed. These holidays are observed by major stock exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ. It's essential for traders and investors to be aware of these holidays to plan their trading activities accordingly.

Holidays When the US Stock Market is Closed:

  1. New Year's Day - January 1st
  • The stock market is closed on New Year's Day to celebrate the beginning of the year.
  1. Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Third Monday in January
  • This holiday honors the civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. and is observed on the third Monday in January.
  1. Presidents Day - Third Monday in February
  • Presidents Day commemorates the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln and is observed on the third Monday in February.
  1. Good Friday - Friday before Easter Sunday
  • While not an official federal holiday, some stock exchanges, like the NYSE, close early or remain closed on Good Friday.
  1. Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
  • Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who have died in military service. It is observed on the last Monday in May.
  1. Independence Day - July 4th
  • Independence Day celebrates the United States' independence from British rule and is observed on July 4th.
  1. Labor Day - First Monday in September
  • Labor Day honors the contributions of American workers and is observed on the first Monday in September.
  1. Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November
  • Thanksgiving Day is a national holiday when people express gratitude for the blessings of the year. It is observed on the fourth Thursday in November.
  1. Christmas Day - December 25th
  • Christmas Day is a Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is observed on December 25th.
  1. Juneteenth - June 19th
  • Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States and is observed on June 19th.

Please note that if a holiday falls on a weekend, the stock market may observe it on a different day, typically the preceding or following weekday. Additionally, there may be early market closures on certain days, such as the day before Independence Day and Christmas Eve. It is always advisable to check with the stock exchanges or financial news sources for the most up-to-date information regarding market closures and trading hours.

Remember, while the US stock market is closed on these holidays, international markets may still be open, and other trading instruments like futures and