Navigating the US stock market requires awareness of its operational schedule, including official holidays when trading halts. For people who wish to invest in US stock from India, knowing the US market holidays for 2025 is crucial for planning trades, managing portfolios, and understanding market availability. This guide provides a comprehensive list of these holidays for the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq, along with information on early closures and answers to frequently asked questions about US market holidays.
Both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq Stock Market observe the same holiday schedule. On these dates, the US stock markets will be closed for trading:
| Holiday | Date | Day of the Week |
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Wednesday |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | January 20 | Monday |
| Washington's Birthday (Presidents' Day) | February 17 | Monday |
| Good Friday | April 18 | Friday |
| Memorial Day | May 26 | Monday |
| Juneteenth National Independence Day | June 19 | Thursday |
| Independence Day | July 4 | Friday |
| Labor Day | September 1 | Monday |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 27 | Thursday |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Thursday |
Source: NYSE, Nasdaq
Beyond full-day holidays, there are specific days in 2025 when the US stock markets will close early. These partial trading days typically end at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).
| Event | Date | Day of the Week | ET Closure Time | IST Closure Time |
| Day before Independence Day | July 3, 2025 | Thursday | 1:00 p.m. EDT | 10:30 p.m. IST |
| Day after Thanksgiving (Black Friday) | Nov 28, 2025 | Friday | 1:00 p.m. EST | 11:30 p.m. IST |
| Christmas Eve | Dec 24, 2025 | Wednesday | 1:00 p.m. EST | 11:30 p.m. IST |
Occasionally, US stock markets may close unexpectedly due to national days of mourning or other significant events. For instance, the NYSE and Nasdaq have closed to honor the passing of former U.S. presidents.
Understanding the US market holiday schedule is essential for several reasons:
It's important to note that the U.S. bond markets have a slightly different holiday schedule. While they close for all the same holidays as the stock markets (listed above), they also close on:
The US bond markets also have more early closure dates than the stock markets. These typically end at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).
| Event | Date | Day | ET Closure Time | IST Closure Time |
| Day before Good Friday | April 17, 2025 | Thursday | 2:00 p.m. EDT | 11:30 p.m. IST |
| Friday before Memorial Day | May 23, 2025 | Friday | 2:00 p.m. EDT | 11:30 p.m. IST |
| Day before Independence Day | July 3, 2025 | Thursday | 2:00 p.m. EDT | 11:30 p.m. IST |
| Day after Thanksgiving | Nov 28, 2025 | Friday | 2:00 p.m. EST | 12:30 a.m. IST (next day) |
| Christmas Eve | Dec 24, 2025 | Wednesday | 2:00 p.m. EST | 12:30 a.m. IST (next day) |
| New Year's Eve | Dec 31, 2025 | Wednesday | 2:00 p.m. EST | 12:30 a.m. IST (next day) |
Source: NYSE, Nasdaq
To determine whether the US stock market is closed today, check the current date against the 2025 holiday schedule.
If a market holiday falls on a Saturday, the US stock exchanges (NYSE and Nasdaq) will typically close on the preceding Friday.
If a market holiday falls on a Sunday, the US stock exchanges will generally close on the following Monday.
Yes, the NYSE and Nasdaq observe the same official market holidays and early closure schedules.
Regular US stock market trading hours are 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).
Yes, U.S. bond markets are closed on all the same days the stock exchanges are. Additionally, bond markets are closed on Columbus Day and Veterans Day, when the stock markets are open. Bond markets also have more early closure days.
The list of recognized market holidays is generally consistent each year, based on federal holidays. However, exchanges may announce additional closures for reasons like national days of mourning or other significant events. It's always best to refer to the official exchange websites (NYSE, Nasdaq) for the most current information.
To determine if the US stock market is open today, please check the current date against the 2025 holiday schedule listed above. Markets are open Monday to Friday except for these holidays and weekends. For IST timings, refer to the regular trading hours question below.
During US market holidays, you cannot buy or sell stocks. This can impact trading volume and liquidity before and after the holiday. It's important to plan your investment strategy accordingly, considering settlement times, currency exchange, and potential market movements when US trading resumes.