US Stock Exchange Public Holidays 2017: A Comprehensive Guide
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Are you a trader or investor looking to plan your trading activities around the US stock exchange? If so, understanding the public holidays in 2017 is crucial. The stock market operates under strict regulations, and certain days are designated as holidays when trading is suspended. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the public holidays observed by the US stock exchanges in 2017, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ.
January 2017
January 2, 2017 - New Year's Day January 16, 2017 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The New Year's Day holiday marks the beginning of the calendar year, while Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday celebrating the civil rights leader's birthday.
February 2017
February 20, 2017 - President's Day
President's Day is a federal holiday commemorating the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. It is also observed as a day of public thanksgiving and praise for the achievements and contributions of all U.S. presidents.
March 2017
March 20, 2017 - Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is observed as a day of fasting and prayer by many Christians and is also a public holiday in the United States.
April 2017
April 14, 2017 - Good Friday April 17, 2017 - Easter Monday
Good Friday and Easter Monday are Christian holidays celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. They are observed as public holidays in the United States.
May 2017
May 29, 2017 - Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a federal holiday honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country. It is observed on the last Monday of May and marks the beginning of the summer season.
June 2017
June 19, 2017 - Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the United States. It is observed on June 19th, the date in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and that the enslaved African Americans were free.
July 2017
July 4, 2017 - Independence Day
Independence Day is a federal holiday celebrating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It is the longest-running federal holiday in the United States and is typically marked by fireworks, parades, and other patriotic festivities.
August 2017
August 21, 2017 - Labor Day
Labor Day is a federal holiday honoring the American labor movement. It is celebrated on the first Monday in September and marks the end of the summer season.
September 2017
September 4, 2017 - Rosh Hashanah (First Day) September 5, 2017 - Rosh Hashanah (Second Day) September 22, 2017 - Yom Kippur
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are Jewish holidays celebrated in September. They are observed as public holidays in the United States and are marked by fasting, prayer, and reflection.
October 2017
October 2, 2017 - Columbus Day October 31, 2017 - Halloween
Columbus Day is a federal holiday celebrating the landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World in 1492. Halloween is a holiday celebrated on October 31st, typically marked by costumes, trick-or-treating, and parties.
November 2017
November 10, 2017 - Thanksgiving Day November 22, 2017 - Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day is a federal holiday celebrating the harvest and other blessings of the past year. It is observed on the fourth Thursday in November and is typically marked by a large meal with family and friends. Veterans Day is a federal holiday honoring military veterans. It is observed on November 11th and is marked by parades, ceremonies, and other events.
December 2017
December 25, 2017 - Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a federal holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is observed on December 25th and is typically marked by gift-giving, family gatherings, and religious services.
Understanding the public holidays observed by the US stock exchanges is crucial for traders and investors to plan their trading activities effectively. By being aware of these holidays, you can avoid unexpected market closures and ensure that your investments are secure.
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