Stock Market Holidays 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

The New Year is here, and with it comes a new set of stock market holidays in 2024. Understanding these holidays is crucial for investors and traders to plan their strategies accordingly. In this article, we will delve into the stock market holidays for the NYSE, Nasdaq, and bond markets in 2024.

The NYSE and Nasdaq typically observe 10 stock market holidays each year. These holidays include New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

1. New Year's Day Monday, January 1

The year begins with a bang as both the NYSE and Nasdaq are closed on New Year's Day. This holiday marks the beginning of a new year and is observed on Monday, January 1.

2. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, January 15

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is another significant holiday that falls on Monday, January 15. Both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed to commemorate this important day in American history.

3. Presidents' Day Monday, February 19

Presidents' Day, also known as Washington's Birthday, is observed on Monday, February 19. This holiday honors all U.S. presidents past and present, and both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed.

4. Good Friday Friday, March 29

Good Friday is a significant religious holiday observed by Christians around the world. In 2024, it falls on Friday, March 29, and both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed.

5. Memorial Day Monday, May 27

Memorial Day is a day to honor the men and women who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. It is observed on Monday, May 27, and both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed.

6. Juneteenth National Independence Day Wednesday, June 19

Juneteenth National Independence Day commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It is observed on Wednesday, June 19, and both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed.

7. Independence Day Thursday, July 4

Independence Day, also known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday that commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed on Thursday, July 4.

Additionally, there will be an early close on Wednesday, July 3, as it is the day before Independence Day.

8. Labor Day Monday, September 2

Labor Day is a federal holiday that honors the contributions and achievements of American workers. It is observed on Monday, September 2, and both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed.

9. Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 28

Thanksgiving Day is a time for families and friends to come together and express gratitude for the blessings in their lives. It is observed on Thursday, November 28, and both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed.

There will also be an early close on Friday, November 29, as it is the day after Thanksgiving.

10. Christmas Day Wednesday, December 25

Christmas Day is a joyous holiday celebrated by Christians around the world. It is observed on Wednesday, December 25, and both the NYSE and Nasdaq will be closed.

There will also be an early close on Tuesday, December 24, as it is Christmas Eve.

Additional Bond Market Holidays

The bond markets observe the same 10 stock market holidays as well as two additional holidays: Columbus Day on Monday, October 14, and Veterans Day on Monday, November 11.

Bond markets also observe several early closings at 2 pm each year: the Thursday before Good Friday, the Friday before Memorial Day, the day preceding Independence Day, Black Friday (the day after Thanksgiving), Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve.

Understanding these holidays is crucial for investors and traders to plan their strategies accordingly. By knowing when the markets are closed, you can avoid potential losses and make informed decisions about your investments.

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Sources used to create this article include Kiplinger, TradingHours.com, Bankrate, and NasdaqTrader.