Through Monday, May 26, 2025, the U.S. stock exchanges, such as the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq Stock Market, are closed on Memorial Day. This national holiday commemorates members of the armed forces who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. The normal trading will begin again on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, with regular hours from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Future Market Holidays:
- Juneteenth National Independence Day: Thursday, June 19, 2025. Both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed.
- Independence Day: Friday, July 4, 2025. Markets will be closed. Also, on Thursday, July 3, 2025, markets will close early at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Regular Trading Hours:
- NYSE and Nasdaq: Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Extended Trading Hours:
- Pre-Market Trading: 4:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
- Extended Hours Trading: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Be aware that trading during extended hours might carry greater risks due to reduced liquidity and greater volatility.
Bond Markets:
The U.S. bond markets also follow Memorial Day and will be closed on May 26, 2025. They will resume business on May 27, 2025. Moreover, bond markets also have early closures at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the following dates:
- Friday preceding Memorial Day: May 23, 2025.
- Independence Day eve: July 3, 2025.
- Day following Thanksgiving: November 28, 2025.
- Christmas Eve: December 24, 2025.
- New Year’s Eve: December 31, 2025.
International Markets:
Stock markets abroad have various schedules and might not adopt U.S. holidays. The international trading investors should refer to individual holiday calendars of the respective exchanges.
Investor Considerations:
Market holidays may affect trading plans, especially with regard to settlement dates and liquidity. It is best for investors to time trades around these dates to prevent unexpected hassles. For the most current and precise information, always consult official news from the NYSE and Nasdaq.
In short, the U.S. markets are closed on May 26, 2025, for Memorial Day and will resume normal trading hours on May 27, 2025.