Key takeaways
- The NYSE and Nasdaq will operate during normal trading hours on Veterans Day
- US bond markets and most banks will be closed
- US stock markets will close on Nov. 26 for Thanksgiving
The US stock market will remain open on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, despite Veterans Day being a federal holiday. Both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will operate during their regular trading hours, although the bond market and most banks will be closed.
While Veterans Day is observed in the United States to honor military veterans, it is not included in the official stock market holiday calendar.
(Source: nyse.com)
What Time Does the Stock Market Open on Veterans Day?
Investors will be able to trade stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) during normal market hours on Nov. 11. The NYSE and Nasdaq will follow their standard schedules by opening at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time and closing at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Unlike certain other holidays, Veterans Day will not feature shortened trading hours. However, trading activity could be lighter than usual as some financial institutions and market participants observe the holiday.
Is the Bond Market Closed on Veterans Day?
Although stocks will trade normally, the US bond market will observe Veterans Day. The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) recommended a full market closure on Nov. 11 for US dollar-denominated fixed-income securities.
This includes US Treasury securities, corporate bonds, municipal bonds, and mortgage-backed securities. The recommendation is not mandatory for individual firms, but it establishes the widely followed holiday schedule for fixed-income markets.
Most banks will also be closed for Veterans Day, which means that certain banking transactions and settlement-related services could experience delays.
When Is the Next Stock Market Holiday in 2026?
After Veterans Day, the next scheduled US stock market closure will occur on Thursday, Nov. 26, for Thanksgiving. Both major exchanges will then close early at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, Nov. 27.
The remaining scheduled market holidays and early closures for 2026 include:
- November 26: Thanksgiving Day — Closed
- November 27: Black Friday — Early close at 1:00 p.m. ET
- December 24: Christmas Eve — Early close at 1:00 p.m. ET
- December 25: Christmas Day — Closed
Investors can therefore expect normal stock trading on Veterans Day, even as other parts of the US financial system pause operations for the federal holiday.
