The stock market will be closed on Memorial Day. The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will not operate on Monday. Bond markets will also be closed for the day.
No mail will be delivered by the United States Postal Service on Memorial Day. Post offices will be closed. UPS and FedEx will operate on modified schedules.
Memorial Day is a federal holiday. It honors military personnel who died serving the country. It falls on the last Monday of May.
Other financial markets and services may have adjusted hours. Banks will typically be closed. Many retail stores and restaurants will remain open.
Trading resumes on Tuesday. Investors should plan accordingly for delayed transactions or settlements. Market hours return to normal afterward.
The holiday affects scheduling for earnings reports and economic data releases. Some reports may shift to Tuesday or Wednesday. Traders often see lower volume before the long weekend.
Understanding these closures helps with financial planning. Check individual service provider schedules for specific changes.
