Just realized Juneteenth is a federal holiday now, which means all U.S. stock markets close for the day. So if you're wondering is the stock market closed now on June 19th - yeah, NYSE, Nasdaq, S&P 500, everything shuts down. Pretty important to keep track of if you're actively trading.

Historically, this goes back to 1865 when Union soldiers brought news of emancipation to Texas. Now it's officially recognized as a federal holiday since 2021, so the stock market and bond markets both observe it. Trading resumes the next day at 9:30 a.m. ET, which usually makes for a holiday-shortened week.

If you're planning your trading schedule or just curious about market hours, definitely mark June 19 as a closed day. Some people use the day off to learn more about the holiday's significance through virtual events and cultural celebrations happening nationwide.