US Stock Market Holiday Schedule: July 4th, 2025

Why this matters: Knowing the holiday schedule allows traders and investors to plan their strategies accordingly, avoiding unexpected closures and optimizing their trading activity.

The US stock market observes specific closures and early closing times around federal holidays. For Independence Day in 2025:

Trading will resume at normal hours on Monday, July 7th. According to Dow Jones Market Data, the S&P 500 has seen an average gain of approximately 5% from the beginning of the year through July 4th over the past five years, with the 10-year average being 5.8%. This year, the index has already gained 5.4% through early July, even amidst global trade tensions.

Historical Context:

Independence Day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Celebrations began as early as the first anniversary in Philadelphia. Congress officially made it a federal holiday in 1870.

Global markets such as the London Stock Exchange, Euronext Paris, and the stock exchanges of Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Tokyo, will remain open on July 4th.

The Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange will close early at 1 p.m. Eastern Time on July 3rd.

No, US stock and bond markets will be closed on July 4th for the Independence Day holiday.

Understanding the stock market schedule is essential for effective trading and investment strategies. Key takeaways include:

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