Comprehensive Analysis of the Trading Hours and Holiday Schedule of US Stocks in 2025

1. Main Trading Hours and Rules of the US Stock Market

Regular trading hours for major U.S. stock exchanges (Eastern Time):

• Regular trading hours: Monday to Friday 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
• Pre-market trading hours: Monday to Friday 4:00 - 9:30
• After-hours trading session: Monday to Friday 16:00 - 20:00

Pro Tips:

• Understand the T+2 settlement system: US stock transactions are usually settled on the second business day after the trading day.
• Note that the U.S. stock market does not have limits on price fluctuations, but it has a circuit breaker mechanism to protect market stability.

2. U.S. Stock Market Opening Hours Corresponding to Taiwan Time

In response to the adjustment of Daylight Saving Time and Standard Time in the United States, the corresponding local time in Taiwan is as follows:

• Daylight Saving Time (March-November):

  • Regular Trading 21:30 - 4:00
  • Pre-market trading 16:30 - 21:30
  • After-hours trading 4:00 - 8:00

• Daylight Saving Time (November-March of the following year):

  • Regular Trading 22:30 - 5:00
  • Pre-market Trading 17:00 - 22:30
  • After-hours trading 5:00 - 9:00

Pro Tips:

• Taiwanese investors can take advantage of the time difference to trade U.S. stocks in the evening in Taiwan, which helps to grasp market dynamics.
• It is recommended to use reliable trading platforms, such as Gate, to ensure accurate trading time synchronization.

3. Major U.S. Stock Market Holidays in 2025

• January 1st New Year's Day
• January 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• February 17th Washington's Birthday
• April 18th Good Friday
• May 26 Memorial Day
• July 4th Independence Day
• September 1st Labor Day
• November 27 Thanksgiving
• December 25 Christmas

Pro Tips:

• Trading days before and after the market closure may experience significant volatility, and investors should closely monitor market dynamics.
• On some half-holiday trading days (such as the Friday after Thanksgiving), trading hours may be shortened, please confirm the specific arrangements in advance.

4. Introduction to Major US Stock Exchanges

1. New York Stock Exchange (NYSE): The largest stock exchange in the world, with a long history and strict listing standards.
2. Nasdaq Stock Market (NASDAQ): An electronic trading platform dominated by technology stocks, home to many well-known technology companies.
3. American Stock Exchange (AMEX): now known as NYSE American, primarily targeting small to medium-sized enterprises.

Pro Tips:

• The trading mechanisms and listing requirements of different exchanges vary, and these factors should be considered when investing.
• Using a comprehensive trading platform allows access to multiple exchanges' stocks simultaneously, improving trading efficiency.

Appendix: Comparison Table of Major Global Stock Market Trading Hours

Pro Tips:

• Understanding the trading hours of major global stock markets is helpful for global asset allocation and cross-market arbitrage.
• Paying attention to the interlinkages between different markets can better grasp investment opportunities and manage risks.