As the financial year FY26 kicks off, the Indian stock markets take a momentary break. March 31, 2025, brings a festive pause as Eid-Ul-Fitr is celebrated, leading to a closure of trading activities. Investors will need to exercise patience, as trading will not resume until April 1.
No Trading on BSE and NSE
On March 31, both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) will not facilitate any trading in equities, derivatives, or the securities lending and borrowing (SLB) segments. Market participants eager to explore new investment opportunities will have to wait until April 1 for the markets to reopen.
Limited Operations for Commodity Markets
While the equity markets will be entirely closed for the holiday, the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will function with limited hours. The morning trading session from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM will be suspended, but activities will resume in the evening, running from 5:00 PM to 11:30/11:55 PM. Conversely, the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), which focuses on agricultural commodities, will be completely closed for the day.
Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in April 2025
March 31 won’t be the only day traders will have to pause. A few more holidays are lined up for April:
- April 10 – Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14 – Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
- April 18 – Good Friday
How Markets Wrapped Up FY25
The final trading day of FY25, on March 28, concluded on a somewhat tumultuous note. The Sensex fell by 191.51 points, closing at 77,414.92, while the Nifty experienced a dip of 72.60 points, finishing at 23,519.35. This volatility hints at the uncertainties traders may face in the upcoming financial year.
For those looking to stay informed about market trends and investment opportunities, make sure to check back after the holiday for updates on stock performance and potential strategies.
