Stock Market Holiday Alert: NSE, BSE to Remain Closed on Good Friday 2025 – Here's What You Should Know

This week has been a short one for traders and investors as Indian stock markets operated for just three days – from April 15 to April 17. With Ambedkar Jayanti observed on April 14 (Monday), and Good Friday falling on April 18 (Friday), markets were active only midweek.

🔒 NSE & BSE to Remain Shut on April 18

As per the official trading holiday calendar, both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will remain closed on Friday, April 18, 2025, in observance of Good Friday. This applies to equity, derivatives, and SLB segments.

This means traders have had a truncated three-day trading week, which can influence market activity and volumes.

📈 What About Commodity Markets (MCX)?

If you're a commodities trader, here's what you need to know:

• Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will remain closed for the morning session (9 AM to 5 PM) on Good Friday.

• It will open for the evening session (5 PM to 11:30/11:55 PM), giving commodity traders a chance to resume activity later in the day.

This is in line with standard holiday schedules where MCX observes a partial trading day on certain national holidays.

💡 Why Does This Matter?

Holidays in the financial markets affect everything from stock movement to fund settlement cycles. Traders, investors, and even mutual fund managers plan around these breaks.

Short trading weeks like this one can sometimes lead to:

• Low volumes

• Increased volatility

• Limited institutional activity

If you're an active trader, it’s wise to factor these dynamics into your strategy.

🧠 Quick Tip: Stay Updated Always

To avoid surprises, make sure to bookmark the official holiday list of NSE, BSE, and MCX. And for all the latest updates in finance, stocks, economy, and budgeting, platforms like Moneycontrol provide real-time insights and alerts.

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Final Thoughts

As the markets take a pause this Good Friday, it’s a good moment for investors to review their portfolios, research upcoming trends, and prepare for next week’s trading sessions. Holidays aren't just breaks — they’re opportunities for smart planning.