Is the Stock Market Closed Today?

With Independence Day falling on Friday, July 4th this year, many investors are wondering about stock market hours and closures. The U.S. stock markets will indeed be closed on Friday in observance of the federal holiday, but there’s more to know about the trading schedule.

Both the Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange will also close early on Thursday, July 3rd, creating an extended holiday weekend for Wall Street.

Markets to Close Early on 3rd July and Remain Closed on 4th July

The stock market will be completely closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day, a federal holiday that has been officially recognized since 1870. However, the holiday impact begins earlier, with both the Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange closing early at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 3rd. This early closure allows market participants to begin their holiday weekend preparations while ensuring orderly market operations.

The U.S. bond market follows a similar schedule, closing early at 2 p.m. ET on July 3rd and remaining closed on July 4th, according to the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.

This coordinated closure across equity and bond markets ensures consistency in the financial system during the holiday period. Investors should plan their trading activities accordingly, as no regular market sessions will occur during this extended break.

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Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in 2025

After the July 4th closure, investors can expect regular trading hours throughout the summer months, with the next scheduled market closure not occurring until early September.

Labor Day, falling on Monday, September 1st, will mark the next full trading day closure for U.S. stock markets. This provides a solid stretch of uninterrupted trading through the typically active summer months.

Looking ahead to the remainder of 2025, the stock market will observe several additional federal holidays. Thanksgiving will close markets on Thursday, November 27th, followed by the final holiday closure of the year on Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25th.

Disclaimer: The author does not hold or have a position in any securities discussed in the article. All stock prices were quoted at the time of writing.