India’s stock exchanges, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE), are closed for trading today, December 25, in observance of Christmas. This marks the final trading holiday of 2024.
Stock Market Holiday for Christmas: Global and Local Impact
The BSE and NSE are both shut down for Christmas, following the global tradition. Stock markets in the US, UK, and Europe are also closed today to observe the holiday. Trading will resume tomorrow, December 26, 2024.
Along with the equities markets, other segments such as commodity derivatives, currency derivatives, and electronic gold receipts (EGR) will also remain closed for the day. This holiday is part of the 16 trading holidays observed by Indian exchanges in 2024, with a total of 14 trading holidays set for 2025.
A Volatile Close for 2024
While the stock markets are closed today, the trading session on Tuesday, December 24, was marked by volatility. Both the BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty50 indices failed to sustain early gains, ultimately closing in the red after a turbulent day of trading. Investors are now awaiting the market’s reopening, hoping for a more stable outlook in the coming days.
Looking Ahead: Trading Holidays in 2025
The Indian stock market will observe several holidays in 2025. Some of the key holidays are:
- Mahashivratri – February 26, Wednesday
- Holi – March 14, Friday
- Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id) – March 31, Monday
- Shri Mahavir Jayanti – April 10, Thursday
- Good Friday – April 18, Friday
These holidays are spread throughout the year, and traders will need to keep them in mind when planning their strategies. The early months of 2025 will see several significant holidays, with stock markets closed on both national and religious observances.
