Good Friday Stock Market Closure: What You Need to Know
- GCW
- May 21, 2025
- 1 min read
As Good Friday approaches on April 18, 2025, many are left wondering about the status of the stock market during this significant holiday. Good Friday, a day of solemn observance for Christians commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus, sees various businesses and institutions close their doors. This article outlines the stock market's schedule for Good Friday and provides essential details for investors and traders.
Key Takeaways
The Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange will be closed on Good Friday, April 18, 2025.
The U.S. bond market will also remain closed throughout the holiday.
Markets will reopen on Monday, April 21, 2025.
Stock Market Holiday Schedule
The stock market follows a specific holiday schedule, and Good Friday is one of the days when trading is halted. Here’s a breakdown of the holiday schedule for the Nasdaq and NYSE:
Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
New Year’s Day | Wednesday, Jan 1 |
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | Monday, Jan 20 |
Washington's Birthday | Monday, Feb 17 |
Good Friday | Friday, April 18 |
Memorial Day | Monday, May 26 |
Juneteenth National Independence Day | Thursday, June 19 |
Independence Day | Friday, July 4 |
Labor Day | Monday, Sept 1 |
Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, Nov 27 |
Christmas Day | Thursday, Dec 25 |
Bond Market Schedule
In addition to the stock market, the U.S. bond market will also observe Good Friday. Here’s the bond market schedule:
Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
New Year’s Day | Wednesday, Jan 1 |
Martin Luther King Day | Monday, Jan 20 |
Presidents Day | Monday, Feb 17 |
Good Friday | Friday, April 18 |
Memorial Day | Monday, May 26 |
Juneteenth | Thursday, June 19 |
Independence Day | Friday, July 4 |
Labor Day | Monday, Sept 1 |
Columbus Day | Monday, Oct 13 |
Veterans Day | Tuesday, Nov 11 |
Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, Nov 27 |
Christmas Day | Thursday, Dec 25 |
New Year’s Day 2025/2026 | Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 |
Conclusion
Investors and traders should plan accordingly for Good Friday, as both the Nasdaq and NYSE will be closed, along with the bond market. This closure provides an opportunity for reflection and observance for many, while also allowing market participants to prepare for the trading week ahead. The markets will resume normal operations on Monday, April 21, 2025, ready for the next trading session.
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