U.S. stock and bond trading will shut down early on Christmas Eve, and remain closed on Christmas. Bond trading also will end early on New Year's Eve. Both markets will be closed on New Year's Day.

The stock markets in the United States are closed each year on Christmas Day. The markets will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024. The stock market will resume normal hours on Thursday, Dec. 26.

Additionally, on days near a holiday (Christmas Eve, Wednesday before Thanksgiving, etc.) the bond markets may close early or be closed altogether while the stock markets stay open. Occasionally ...