The American stock market, encompassing the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq, typically operates from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. However, these exchanges observe various holidays throughout the year, during which trading is either suspended or limited.
Will the Stock Market Be Closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025?
On Monday, January 20, 2025, the U.S. stock market will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. As an official stock market holiday, both the NYSE and Nasdaq will halt trading for the day, meaning investors will not be able to execute buy or sell orders through their brokerages.
For those planning to make time-sensitive trades, it is advisable to plan accordingly, as the market will remain closed throughout the day.
Trading Resumes on January 21st
Trading will resume on Tuesday, January 21st, following the holiday closure. While several major brokerages such as Robinhood, Schwab, and Interactive Brokers typically offer features like pre-market and after-hours trading, these services are not available on market holidays, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Even if your brokerage offers 24-hour trading during regular business days, these extended hours will not apply during the holiday. For users of brokerages with specific extended trading hours, such as those offering 24-hour securities trading, transactions may resume after midnight on Tuesday, January 21st (Eastern Time). Additionally, pre-market trading, which typically starts at 8:00 am, will be available again on Tuesday before the regular market opens at 9:30 am.
For specific details regarding when extended hours will recommence, investors should reach out to their brokerage.
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