The Fourth of July holiday, celebrated as the nation’s independence, is set to bring some notable adjustments to the U.S. stock market schedule this year. July 4 falls on a Saturday, prompting an observed holiday on Friday, July 3, 2026. As a result, both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will remain closed that day, returning to normal operations on Monday, July 6.
To mark the occasion, the U.S. bond market will close early, finishing up at 2 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 2, and will remain inactive throughout the extended holiday weekend.
This year’s celebrations are particularly significant as the nation commemorates its 250th anniversary. The long weekend is expected to be filled with fireworks, community events, and various gatherings, providing an opportunity for Americans to come together and celebrate their history.
In detail regarding the stock market schedules, both the NYSE and Nasdaq will cease operations on Friday, July 3, and will resume trading on Monday during standard hours, which run from 9:30 a.m. ET to 4 p.m. Furthermore, late trading sessions across various NYSE platforms will also be suspended.
The U.S. bond market’s early closure is in accordance with guidelines from the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, which oversees the market’s operational timings.
Over-the-counter trading, typically conducted without the involvement of an exchange, will similarly observe the holiday and cease operations on July 3.
In terms of future holidays, the U.S. stock markets will observe additional closures throughout the remainder of 2026. These include closures for Labor Day on September 7, halftime operations on the Friday after Thanksgiving, and full days off for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
While U.S. markets will be closed for the holiday, international markets such as the London Stock Exchange, EuroNext, Hong Kong Stock Exchange, and Tokyo Stock Exchange will continue regular trading hours, unaffected by the American holiday.
As the country gears up for this milestone celebration, the market adjustments reflect a tradition of honoring Independence Day while maintaining connections with global financial activities.
