As the calendar turns to January 1, 2025, many investors are eager to know the operational status of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE). Contrary to expectations of a holiday similar to Christmas, both exchanges will be open for trading today.
Trading Schedule for January 1, 2025
According to the official holiday calendar released by the NSE, New Year’s Day is not designated as a non-trading day. This means that trading will proceed as usual with the following schedule:
- Pre-Open Session: 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
- Regular Trading Hours: 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM
This schedule applies to all segments of the market, including equity, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, and electronic gold receipts (EGR).
Context of Global Markets
While Indian markets remain operational, many global stock exchanges are closed today in observance of New Year’s Day. Notably:
- US Stock Markets: Closed for New Year’s Day; trading resumes on January 2.
- European Markets: Most major exchanges are also closed today.
- Asian Markets: Countries like Japan and South Korea observe a holiday as well.
This widespread closure of international markets may result in muted trading volumes in India as global influences are temporarily diminished.
NSE Holidays for 2025
For investors planning their strategies in January and beyond, it’s crucial to be aware of the upcoming holidays when trading will not occur. The NSE has announced a total of 14 holidays for the year 2025, which include:
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| February 26 | Wednesday | Mahashivratri |
| March 14 | Friday | Holi |
| March 31 | Monday | Eid-Ul-Fitr |
| April 10 | Thursday | Shri Mahavir Jayanti |
| April 14 | Monday | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
| April 18 | Friday | Good Friday |
| May 1 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day |
| August 15 | Friday | Independence Day |
| August 27 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| October 2 | Thursday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra |
| October 21 | Tuesday | Diwali Laxmi Pujan |
| October 22 | Wednesday | Diwali Balipratipada |
| November 5 | Wednesday | Gurunanak Jayanti |
| December 25 | Thursday | Christmas |
Conclusion
In summary, both the BSE and NSE are open for business on January 1, 2025. Investors can take advantage of this opportunity to kick off their trading year despite the absence of activity from many global markets.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions. Investments in securities market are subject to market risks; read all related documents carefully before investing.
