Complete Guide to U.S. Stock Market Holidays & Trading Hours (2025-2026)

I. Will the US stock market be closed again this year? Important holidays at a glance

The US stock market observes market holidays with closures or early closings, and investors should pay special attention to these periods to avoid missing trading opportunities or incurring losses.

2025 US Stock Market Holiday Schedule:

2026 US Stock Market Holiday Schedule:

II. Detailed Rules for US Stock Trading Hours

The market mainly comprises the New York Stock Exchange, NASDAQ, and the American Securities Exchange. Each exchange operates independently but generally opens at synchronized times.

US Stock Trading Hours (Eastern Time):

Trading Rules and Details:

The primary currency traded is USD, with a minimum trading unit of 1 share. Settlement follows T+3 rules. Transaction fees are approximately 1% for manual trades and 0.5%-1% for electronic trades.

III. Time Difference for Taiwanese Investors

The US adjusts for daylight saving time (DST), but Asia does not, so Taiwanese investors should pay attention to time difference changes.

Time Adjustment Rules:

• DST Period: Starts at 2:00 AM on the second Sunday in March, ends at 2:00 AM on the first Sunday in November, clocks move forward 1 hour.
• Standard Time: Starts at 2:00 AM on the first Sunday in November, ends at 2:00 AM on the second Sunday in March, clocks move back 1 hour.

Note: Regulations may vary by state; adjust accordingly based on local rules.

US Stock Trading Hours vs. Taiwan Local Time:

IV. Introduction to the Three Major US Stock Exchanges

New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

Based on total market capitalization of listed securities, NYSE is the world’s largest stock exchange, with over 3,500 listed companies. Currently mainly electronic trading is used, but floor trading remains important for pricing and large institutional transactions.

NASDAQ Stock Market

This is a fully electronic stock trading platform, the world’s first electronic securities exchange. Investors mainly trade via phone or internet. Many listed companies are high-tech giants like Microsoft and Apple.

American Stock Exchange (AMEX)

The third-largest US trading market, similar trading methods to NYSE, mainly listing small- and mid-cap stocks. It is unique in that it is the only exchange that trades stocks, futures, and derivatives simultaneously. After merging with NYSE in 2008, it is now called NYSE American.

V. Comparison of Global Stock Market Trading Hours

Besides US stocks, Taiwanese investors can also monitor other countries’ stock markets. Below is a summary of opening and closing times for major exchanges: