Is the Stock Market Open on Veterans Day? What to Know Ahead of the Federal Holiday
The Stock Market Will Be Closed on Veterans Day
In observance of Veterans Day, the U.S. stock market will be closed on Friday, November 11, 2023.
This means that there will be no trading activity on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) or the Nasdaq Stock Market on that day.
What is Veterans Day?
Veterans Day is a federal holiday that honors all those who have served in the U.S. military.
It was originally known as Armistice Day and was established to commemorate the end of World War I on November 11, 1918.
In 1954, the holiday was renamed Veterans Day to honor all veterans of all wars.
What Other Federal Holidays Close the Stock Market?
In addition to Veterans Day, the following federal holidays also close the stock market:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Washington's Birthday
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Columbus Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
What to Do if the Stock Market is Closed
If the stock market is closed, there are still a few things you can do to manage your investments:
- Check your portfolio online. You can still access your portfolio information through your brokerage firm's website or mobile app.
- Make changes to your investment strategy. If you need to make any changes to your investment strategy, you can do so online or by contacting your broker.
- Take a break. If the market is closed, it's a good time to take a break from investing and focus on other things.
