U.S. stock markets, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq, are closed today in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This federal holiday honors the life and achievements of the prominent civil rights leader, with various institutions across the country, including post offices, banks, government offices, and some businesses, also shutting their doors for the day.
In 2026, Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on Monday, January 19. It is celebrated on the third Monday of January each year, a date that was established to coincide closely with King’s actual birthday on January 15.
The NYSE and Nasdaq will reopen for normal trading sessions on Tuesday, January 20, resuming regular hours from 9:30 a.m. ET to 4 p.m. ET. Additionally, late trading sessions for NYSE American Equities, NYSE Arca Equities, NYSE National, and NYSE Texas will remain closed today.
On the bond market front, it is also closed in observance of the holiday, as indicated by the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association. Similarly, over-the-counter trading, which occurs outside traditional exchanges, will not take place today.
Looking ahead, the U.S. stock market has several closures scheduled for 2026 in observance of upcoming holidays. Markets will be closed again on February 16 for Washington’s Birthday, April 3 for Good Friday, May 25 for Memorial Day, and several others throughout the year, including noteworthy dates such as Independence Day and Thanksgiving.
In contrast, international markets, such as the London Stock Exchange, EuroNext, Hong Kong Stock Exchange, and Tokyo Stock Exchange, are operating on normal trading hours today, unaffected by the U.S. federal holiday.
These closures and market activities showcase the balance between observance of significant cultural milestones and the continuous operation of global financial markets. Markets will resume their regular schedules, ensuring that traders and investors will have the opportunity to engage in trading activities starting Tuesday.
