U.S. Markets Closed for Labor Day as Investors Pause Trading

NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2025 - In observance of Labor Day, both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq remained closed today, suspending all regular stock trading activities nationwide. The U.S. bond market likewise halted operations, aligning with the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association’s holiday schedule.

Trading will resume at 9:30 a.m. ET on Tuesday, Sept. 2, following the extended three-day weekend that began Saturday. Investors were advised to complete any significant trades by 4:00 p.m. ET on Friday, Aug. 29, or postpone orders until markets reopen.

Despite the broad market shutdown, cryptocurrency exchanges continued operating without interruption, allowing 24/7 trading in assets like Bitcoin and Solana. Additionally, some brokerage firms offered extended‐hours trading on Friday and premarket sessions on Tuesday, though availability varied by platform and security.

This closure marks one of ten annual holidays observed by U.S. equity markets. The next scheduled market break will occur on Thursday, Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving, with an early close at 1:00 p.m. ET on Friday, Nov. 28.

The Labor Day pause provides market participants time to reflect on the “holiday effect,” a phenomenon where trading volumes often dip and sentiment may shift positively as consumer spending picks up. As traders return on Tuesday, attention will refocus on the fall earnings season and potential shifts in Federal Reserve policy amid moderating inflation.