Stock Market Holidays: Both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) will remain closed on two occasions next week:
April 14 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
April 18 (Friday): Good Friday
As a result, trading will only take place on April 15, 16, and 17 (Tuesday to Thursday). On these days, the equity, derivatives, currency market, Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB), and Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR) segments will remain operational.
Important Advice for Investors:
Market experts believe that due to the limited trading sessions, volatility may increase. Hence, investors should remain cautious while planning their trading strategies.
Tips:
Make smaller trades to reduce risk
Keep an eye on market news and global cues
Use technical analysis and apply stop-loss
Other Market Holidays in April:
Date | Occasion | Market Status |
---|---|---|
April 10 (Thursday) | Mahavir Jayanti | Closed |
April 14 (Monday) | Ambedkar Jayanti | Closed |
April 18 (Friday) | Good Friday | Closed |
Although trading sessions are fewer, profit opportunities will still exist—provided you plan wisely and with caution.
Glimpse of Stock Market Holiday Calendar 2025:
For those doing long-term investment planning, it’s also important to know the upcoming market holidays in 2025. Key dates include:
May 1 – Maharashtra Day
August 15 – Independence Day
August 27 – Ganesh Chaturthi
October 2 – Gandhi Jayanti
October 21–22 – Diwali
November 5 – Guru Nanak Jayanti
December 25 – Christmas