Stock Market Closed for Mahashivratri 2025: What Investors Need to Know

Equity and currency markets remain shut on February 26 for Mahashivratri, while the commodity market will reopen for evening trade at 5:00 PM.

February 26, 2025: Stock Market Closed Today for Mahashivratri 2025

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will remain closed on February 26, 2025, in observance of Mahashivratri, one of India’s major festivals. Trading in the equity, equity derivatives, and SLB (securities lending and borrowing) segments will be suspended for the day.

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However, the commodity markets will be closed during the morning session and will reopen for evening trade at 5:00 PM. Normal trading activities will resume on Thursday, February 27, 2025.

Stock Market Holidays 2025: Upcoming Breaks for Investors

Mahashivratri is the first stock market holiday of 2025. Below are the upcoming holidays:

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📌 March 14 – Holi
📌 March 31 – Id-Ul-Fitr
📌 April 1 – Annual Bank Closing
📌 April 10 – Shri Mahavir Jayanti
📌 April 14 – Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
📌 April 18 – Good Friday

Market Performance & Outlook

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Ahead of the holiday, Sensex and Nifty opened on a positive note on Tuesday but remained range-bound due to global market uncertainties. Analysts suggest that factors like FII outflows, economic data, and tariff-related developments will impact market sentiment in the coming weeks.

Investors are advised to stay updated on key macroeconomic indicators, including US GDP and inflation reports, to gauge future market trends.

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