Introduction
Veterans Day, celebrated on November 11th, is a federal holiday in the United States that honors military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Since it’s a national holiday, many people wonder: Is the stock market open on Veterans Day?
If you’re an investor or trader, it’s important to know whether the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ are operational on this day. In this blog, we’ll clarify whether the stock market is open on Veterans Day and how it affects trading activity.
Is the Stock Market Open on Veterans Day?
✅ Yes, the U.S. stock market remains open on Veterans Day.
Both the NYSE and NASDAQ operate on normal trading hours (9:30 AM – 4:00 PM Eastern Time) on Veterans Day, even though it is a federal holiday.
However, the bond market (Treasury market) follows a different schedule and is usually closed or has limited trading hours.
Why Doesn’t the Stock Market Close on Veterans Day?
Unlike holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day, Veterans Day is not considered a market holiday by the NYSE or NASDAQ. The stock market only closes on official market holidays designated by these exchanges.
The U.S. bond market, on the other hand, follows the SIFMA (Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association) holiday schedule, which often includes closures on Veterans Day.
Stock Market & Bond Market Holiday Schedule
Here’s a quick look at the U.S. stock market and bond market schedule for Veterans Day:
| Market | Status on Veterans Day |
|---|---|
| NYSE (Stock Market) | ✅ Open |
| NASDAQ (Stock Market) | ✅ Open |
| U.S. Bond Market | ❌ Closed (or early closure) |
🔹 If Veterans Day falls on a Saturday, it is observed on Friday (Nov. 10th), but the stock market remains open.
🔹 If it falls on a Sunday, it is observed on Monday (Nov. 12th), but the stock market remains open.
How Does Veterans Day Affect Trading?
While the stock market is open, trading volume might be lower than usual because:
📉 Many banks and government offices are closed.
📉 Fewer institutional investors are active.
📉 The bond market closure reduces overall liquidity.
If you’re trading on Veterans Day, expect less volatility and lower trading volume, which could impact stock prices.
Conclusion
To summarize: The stock market (NYSE & NASDAQ) remains open on Veterans Day, while the bond market is closed or operates on reduced hours.
If you’re an investor, you can continue trading stocks as usual on November 11th, but be mindful of potential low liquidity and market activity.
💬 Do you plan to trade on Veterans Day? Let us know in the comments!