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Is the Stock Market Open on Good Friday and Easter?

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Anyone active in the stock market knows how important it is to know when the stock market opens and closes. If you think the market is closed when it is actually open, missing a day when the stock market is active could make a huge difference in your investment portfolio. When a holiday like Easter rolls around, it can get confusing. Although Easter is not a federal holiday, many people celebrate the holiday, which means a lot of establishments choose to close. Since it has its own schedule, you might wonder if the stock market is open on Good Friday, Easter, or both.

Is the Stock Market Open on Good Friday and Easter?

 

The “stock market” often refers to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ. Usually, it observes most federal holidays (like banks) and a few holidays that are not federal. However, there are some federal holidays it does not observe and some non-federal holidays, like Easter, that it does. The bond market (SIMFA) doesn’t follow the same schedule. So, if you are a trader or have money on the market, you may be wondering if it will be open on Good Friday, April 10 or Sunday, April 12 (Easter) this year.

Is the New York Stock Exchange Open on Good Friday?

The stock market is not open on Good Friday in observance of the Easter holiday. It is also closed on Easter — the stock market is generally closed on Sundays, so it isn’t a change from the normal schedule. There will be no selling or trading on Friday, April 10. You can, however, buy, sell, and trade on Thursday, April 9 and the market will reopen for regular hours on Monday, April 13.

Is NASDAQ Open on Good Friday?

NASDAQ will not be open on Friday, April 10. Because the NYSE and the NASDAQ run on the same holiday schedule, the NASDAQ will also be closed on Good Friday just like the NYSE. However, just like the NYSE, you will be able to access services on Thursday, April 9 and Easter Monday.

Will the Bond Market Be Open on Good Friday?

The bond market will be closed on Good Friday. The bond market, also known as the SIMFA, will be closed on Good Friday, April 10. If you have any business to tend to with bonds, you’ll need to take care of it Thursday or make sure it can wait until Monday.

The stock market (NYSE and NASDAQ) closes in observance of the following federal holidays:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Washington’s Birthday
  • Good Friday
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Day

The stock market also closes early the day before Independence Day, the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve. It is also important to note that the NASDAQ follows the same schedule as the New York Stock Exchange. The closing times are in Eastern Standard Time (EST).

If you are an active trader or have holdings in the NASDAQ, NYSE, or bond market, you should become aware of what days these markets are open and closed. Often, the stock market does not always follow a federal holiday schedule, the market’s schedule is slightly altered.

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Is the Stock Market Open on Presidents’ Day 2020?

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Monday is a federal holiday, which means different things for different types of business. Most retail stores and grocers will remain open, while non-essential government offices will be closed. What does that mean for investors? Is the stock market open Presidents’ Day?

Will The Stock Market Be Open on Presidents’ Day?

Oftentimes, when people refer to the stock market they are referring to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The NYSE, NASDAQ, and bond markets don’t all run on the same schedule. So, it is important to differentiate.

However, the stock market is closed on Presidents’ Day. You can buy, sell, and trade regularly on Friday, February 14 and will be able to do so again at start-of-business Tuesday, February 18.

Will NASDAQ Be Open on Presidents’ Day?

NASDAQ will be closed on Monday, February 17. While the bond market has its own schedule, the NYSE and NASDAQ have the same holiday schedule. Therefore, the NASDAQ will also be closed Presidents’ Day.

Will the Bond Market Be Open on Presidents’ Day?

The bond market (SIMFA) will be also closed on Presidents’ Day. If you have any business to do with bonds, you need to get it done on Friday, February 14, or make sure it can wait until Tuesday, February 18.

Stock Market Holidays

The stock market (NYSE and NASDAQ) is closed each year in observance of the following federal holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Washington’s Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The stock market also closes the day before Independence Day.

Normally, the stock market closes at 5 p.m. EST. However, there are a few days during the year where the market closes early. These days are usually Black Friday and Christmas Eve.  No dates around Presidents’ Day are affected in this way.

If you are an active trader or have holdings in the NASDAQ, NYSE or bond market, you should become aware of what days these markets are open and closed. The stock market does not always follow a federal holiday schedule and can be confusing at times.

Readers, how do you plan to spend your Presidents’ Day weekend?

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Is the Stock Market Open on MLK Day 2020?

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Federal holidays impact the day-to-day business of many institutions in the United States. Typically, banks close and U.S. Postal Service employees have the day off. However, the stock market follows a different holiday schedule. With the year’s second federal holiday approaching, many people are wondering is the stock market open on MLK Day?

Is the Stock Market Open on MLK Day?

The stock market will be closed on MLK Day. Investors will not be able to trade or sell on Monday, January 20. Any business that needs to be done will need to be completed before the close of business Friday. All other business will need to wait to be taken care of until Tuesday.

Will NASDAQ be open on MLK Day?

NASDAQ will be closed on Monday, January 20. Because the NASDAQ and NYSE have the same holiday schedule, they are closed the same days, including MLK Day.

Bond Market MLK Day

The bond market will be closed on MLK Day. The SIMFA or bond market runs on a different schedule than the NYSE or NASDAQ. However, it will still be closed on Monday. Any urgent business needs to be taken care of before 5 p.m. EST Friday.

The Stock Market Holiday Schedule

The stock market (NYSE and NASDAQ) is closed each year in observance of the following federal holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Washington’s Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

It is important to note that the market closes at 5 p.m. EST on regular business days. There are two days during the year in which the market closes early (1 p.m. EST). Those days are Christmas Eve and Black Friday. No dates around MLK Day are impacted this way.

Because the stock market holiday schedule varies slightly from the federal holiday schedule, active traders should note holidays and days the market closes early and plan accordingly.

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Is the Stock Market Open on Presidents Day 2018?

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Anyone who is active in the stock market knows that it is important to know when the stock market is open and when it is closed. If you think the stock market is closed when it is actually open, missing a day can impact your stocks significantly. When a federal holiday, like Presidents Day, comes around it can get confusing. Presidents Day is on Monday, February 19 and it is a federal holiday. However, the stock market does not always close on federal holidays, it has its own holiday schedule.

When people refer to the stock market they are generally referring to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ. The stock market observes most federal holidays just like banks, but not all. The NYSE and NASDAQ follow the same holiday schedule. The bond market also referred to as SIFMA, does not follow the same schedule as the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ.

Will the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) be open on Presidents Day?

The stock market will be closed on Presidents Day. That means the market will not be opening for trading nor selling on Monday, February 19. You will, however, be able to buy, sell and trade regularly on Friday, February 16 and Tuesday, February 20. Because the holiday falls on a Monday, the stock market will be closed on Saturday and Sunday prior to the federal holiday.

Will NASDAQ be open on Presidents Day?

NASDAQ will be closed on Monday, February 19. Because the NYSE and the NASDAQ run on the same holiday schedule, the NASDAQ will also be closed on Presidents Day. However, just like the NYSE, you will be able to access services on Friday, February 16 and Tuesday, February 20.

Will the bond market be open on Presidents Day?

The bond market will be closed on Presidents Day. The bond market, also known as the SIMFA, will be closed on Presidents Day. If you have any business to do with bonds, you need to get it done on Friday, Feb. 16, or make sure it can wait until Tuesday, Feb. 20.

The stock market (NYSE and NASDAQ) is closed each year in observance of the following federal holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Washington’s Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The stock market also closes the day before Independence Day.

Normally, the stock market closes at 5 p.m. However, there are a few days during the year where the market closes early. However, no dates around Presidents Day are affected in this way. It is also important to note that the NASDAQ follows the same schedule as the New York Stock Exchange. The closing times are in Eastern Standard Time (EST).

If you are an active trader or have holdings in the NASDAQ, NYSE or bond market, you should become aware of what days these markets are open and closed. Oftentimes, the stock market does not always follow a federal holiday schedule, the market’s schedule is slightly altered.

Is the Stock Market Open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

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Anyone who is actively trading in the stock market needs to know when it is open and when it is closed. If you miss a day that the market is open, it can significantly impact your stocks. When a federal holiday, like Martin Luther King Jr. Day, comes around it can get confusing. So, is the stock market open on Martin Luther King Jr Day? 

MLK Day is on Monday, January 15 and it is recognized as a federal holiday. However, the stock market does not always close on federal holidays, it has its own holiday schedule. When people refer to the stock market they are generally referring to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ. The stock market observes most federal holidays just like banks, but not all. The NYSE and NASDAQ follow the same holiday schedule. The bond market, also referred to as SIFMA, does not follow the same schedule as the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ.

Download a printable 2018 Stock Market Holiday Schedule. 

Will the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) be Open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

The stock market will be closed on MLK Day. The stock market is closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. That means the market will not be opening for trading nor selling on Monday, January 15. However, you will be able to access the stock market on Friday, January 12 and Tuesday, January 16 as usual.

Will NASDAQ be Open on MLK Day?

NASDAQ will be closed on Monday, January 15. Because the NYSE and the NASDAQ run on the same holiday schedule, the MASDAQ will also be closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. However, just like the NYSE, you will be able to access services on Friday, January 12 and Tuesday, January 16.

Will the Bond Market be Open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

The the bond market will be closed on MLK Day. The bond market, also known as the SIMFA , will be closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. If you have any business to do with bonds, you need to get it done on Friday, January 12, or make sure it can wait until Tuesday, January 16.

The stock market (NYSE and NASDAQ) is closed each year in observance of the following federal holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Washington’s Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The stock market also closes the day before Independence Day.

Normally, the stock market closes at 5 p.m. However, there are a few days during the year where the market closes early. However, no dates around MLK Day are affected in this way.

It is important to note that the NASDAQ follows the same schedule as the New York Stock Exchange. The closing times are in Eastern Standard Time (EST).

If you are an active trader or have holdings in the NASDAQ, NYSE or bond market, you should become aware of what days these markets are open and closed. Oftentimes, the stock market does not always follow a federal holiday schedule, the market’s schedule is slightly altered.

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