US Stock Market Holiday Schedule: July 4th, 2025

In-Depth Analysis

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

**July 3rd:**
Nasdaq and NYSE close early at 1 p.m. ET.
NYSE American Equities, NYSE Arca Equities, NYSE National, and NYSE Texas late trading sessions close at 5 p.m. ET.
Eligible NYSE options markets end early at 1:15 p.m. ET.
US bond trading ends at 2 p.m. ET.
**July 4th:**
US stock and bond markets are closed.

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.

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FAQ

What time does the stock market close on July 3rd?

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

Is the stock market open on July 4th, Independence Day?

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

Takeaways

Early closure on July 3rd and full closure on July 4th.
Resumption of normal trading hours on July 7th.
Historical trends show positive market performance leading up to Independence Day.

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