Are you looking to invest in the US stock market but unsure about the holidays that can affect trading? In 2015, the US stock exchanges had several holidays that investors should be aware of. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the holidays observed by the major US stock exchanges in 2015, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ.
January 2015
The year 2015 kicked off with a series of holidays. The first holiday was New Year's Day, celebrated on January 1st. This marked the beginning of the trading year and was a public holiday observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ. The next holiday was Martin Luther King Jr. Day, celebrated on January 19th. This was also a public holiday observed by both exchanges.
February 2015
In February, the US stock exchanges observed two holidays. The first was Washington's Birthday, celebrated on February 16th. This holiday is often referred to as President's Day and is observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ. The next holiday was Mardi Gras, celebrated on February 17th. While not an official public holiday, many businesses, including the stock exchanges, closed on this day.
March 2015
March 2015 had two notable holidays. The first was Good Friday, celebrated on March 20th. This is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ. The next holiday was Easter Monday, celebrated on March 23rd. While not a public holiday, many businesses, including the stock exchanges, closed on this day.
April 2015
April 2015 had one holiday, Easter Monday, celebrated on April 6th. This was a Christian holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ and was observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ.
May 2015
May 2015 had two holidays. The first was Memorial Day, celebrated on May 25th. This is a federal holiday honoring military personnel who died in the line of duty and is observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ. The next holiday was Independence Day, celebrated on July 4th. This is a federal holiday celebrating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and is observed by both exchanges.
June 2015
In June, the US stock exchanges observed two holidays. The first was Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th. This is a holiday celebrating the ending of slavery in the United States and is observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ. The next holiday was Independence Day, celebrated on July 4th.
July 2015
July 2015 had two holidays. The first was Independence Day, celebrated on July 4th. This is a federal holiday celebrating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and is observed by both exchanges. The next holiday was Labor Day, celebrated on September 7th. This is a federal holiday honoring the American labor movement and is observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ.
August 2015
August 2015 had one holiday, Labor Day, celebrated on September 7th. This is a federal holiday honoring the American labor movement and is observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ.
September 2015
September 2015 had one holiday, Rosh Hashanah, celebrated on September 13th. This is the Jewish New Year and is observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ.
October 2015
October 2015 had two holidays. The first was Columbus Day, celebrated on October 12th. This is a federal holiday honoring the explorer Christopher Columbus and is observed by both the NYE and NASDAQ. The next holiday was Halloween, celebrated on October 31st. While not an official public holiday, many businesses, including the stock exchanges, closed on this day.
November 2015
November 2015 had two holidays. The first was Thanksgiving, celebrated on November 26th. This is a federal holiday celebrating the harvest and other blessings of the past year and is observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ. The next holiday was Black Friday, celebrated on November 27th. This is a day for shopping and is observed by both exchanges.
December 2015
December 2015 had two holidays. The first was Christmas, celebrated on December 25th. This is a federal holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and is observed by both the NYSE and NASDAQ. The next holiday was New Year's Eve, celebrated on December 31st. This is a federal holiday celebrating the end of the year and is observed by both exchanges.
By understanding the holidays observed by the US stock exchanges in 2015, investors can better plan their trading strategies and avoid unexpected market closures. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, being aware of these holidays can help you make informed decisions in the stock market.
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