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4th of July: Is the stock market open on Friday?
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4th of July: Is the stock market open on Friday?

Is the stock market open on July 4th? Key Independence Day schedule and summer trading break explained- Stock market schedule for July 4, 2025. The U.S. stock market will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day. Ahead of the holiday, markets will shut early on Thursday, July 3, with stock trading ending at 1:00 p.m. ET and bond trading finishing at 2:00 p.m. ET. This brief but important pause gives investors and traders a long weekend to celebrate the national holiday. The bond and equity markets, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq, will both observe these hours, as confirmed by the official NYSE holiday calendar. What time does the stock market close before July 4th? If you're planning any last-minute trades, mark your calendar: Thursday, July 3, 2025, is a shortened trading session. On this day: by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Откриване на нов магазин, супер 2-в-1 таблет: 50% отстъпка HL Купете сега Undo NYSE and Nasdaq will close at 1:00 p.m. ET Bond markets, including those overseen by SIFMA, will close at 2:00 p.m. ET This early close is part of the standard market practice ahead of major federal holidays like Independence Day. It's meant to allow Wall Street traders and employees a chance to begin their celebrations early. Also Read: U.S. stock futures climb as Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq extend rally on tech surge, major trade optimism, and HPE–Juniper deal momentum Live Events Is the stock market open on Friday, July 4? No, the U.S. stock market will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day, which falls on a Friday this year. This gives traders a three-day weekend—with markets shut Friday and having closed early the day before. This closure applies to: NYSE Nasdaq U.S. bond markets There will be no trading activity across major indices like the S&P 500, Dow Jones, or Nasdaq Composite on that day. What's the next stock market holiday after July 4th? The next scheduled market holiday for both stock and bond markets is Labor Day, which lands on Monday, September 1, 2025. This will be the final summer break for traders before heading into the typically more active fall trading season. Following Labor Day: Stock markets remain open throughout October and most of November. The next break for stock traders comes on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025. There's no break in October or early November for equity markets. Do bond traders get more holidays than stock traders? Yes, bond traders typically enjoy a few extra breaks compared to stock market participants. After the July 4th closure, bond markets will also observe the following federal holidays: Columbus Day on Monday, October 13, 2025 Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 During these days, bond markets will be closed, but stock markets will remain open, unless otherwise announced. This is a regular divergence in the trading calendar, driven by different regulatory and operational guidelines. Why do stock markets close early before major holidays? The early closure before holidays like July 4 is a longstanding Wall Street tradition. It gives traders, firms, and support staff extra time to spend with family and prepare for the national celebrations. These modified hours are set by the NYSE and SIFMA to ensure a fair and orderly market, while also recognizing the national significance of holidays like Independence Day. For example, last year, the same early closing schedule was followed, helping maintain consistency and predictability for investors. What should traders expect for the rest of 2025? Looking ahead: The stock market will close next on Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 27) and Christmas Day (Dec. 25). Bond markets will also observe early closes on the days before Thanksgiving and Christmas, with a full holiday on New Year's Day (Jan. 1, 2026). With President Trump currently in office, market watchers are closely tracking any policy developments around tariffs, fiscal stimulus, and economic indicators that could impact trading during this second half of the year. To sum it up, if you're planning trades around Independence Day, remember: Thursday, July 3, 2025 U.S. stock markets (NYSE, Nasdaq) will close early at 1:00 p.m. ET Bond markets will close at 2:00 p.m. ET Friday, July 4, 2025 – Independence Day All U.S. stock and bond markets will be closed for the holiday No trading sessions will take place Monday, July 7, 2025 Markets will reopen with normal trading hours Stay tuned for Labor Day (September 1) as the next official break. Keep these dates in mind to avoid trading surprises and manage your portfolio efficiently during the summer months. FAQs: Q1: Is the stock market open on 4th of July 2025? No, the U.S. stock market will be fully closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. Q2: What time does the stock market close on July 3, 2025? It will close early at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time on July 3.

Myntra's creator programme recorded over 1 million registrations: CEO Nandita Sinha
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Myntra's creator programme recorded over 1 million registrations: CEO Nandita Sinha

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