If you’re wondering what time the stock market closes today, Wednesday, November 26, 2025, the answer is straightforward: 4:00 PM Eastern Time (ET).
Both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq follow regular trading hours today, opening at 9:30 AM ET and closing at 4:00 PM ET.
Thanksgiving Week Schedule
However, this week isn’t entirely typical. The Thanksgiving holiday brings significant changes to market hours that every trader and investor should know about:
Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving Day): The stock market is completely closed. No trading will take place on the NYSE or Nasdaq in observance of the holiday.
Friday, November 28 (Black Friday): The market reopens but follows an abbreviated schedule, closing early at 1:00 PM ET. This shortened trading day has been a longstanding tradition on the day after Thanksgiving.
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Planning Your Trades
For active traders, these schedule changes require careful planning. If you have positions you want to adjust before the holiday break, today is your last opportunity for a full trading session until Monday. The early close on Friday means reduced trading hours and potentially lower liquidity, which can impact execution prices and market volatility.
Time Zone Considerations
Remember that all official market times are in Eastern Time. If you’re trading from other U.S. time zones, here’s how today’s 4:00 PM ET close translates:
- Central Time: 3:00 PM CT
- Mountain Time: 2:00 PM MT
- Pacific Time: 1:00 PM PT
For Friday’s early close at 1:00 PM ET, West Coast traders should note the market will close at 10:00 AM PT.
After-Hours Trading
While the regular market closes at 4:00 PM ET today, after-hours trading continues through electronic communication networks (ECNs) until 8:00 PM ET. However, after-hours sessions typically see lower volume and wider bid-ask spreads, making them less ideal for most retail investors.
Bond Market Note
It’s worth mentioning that the bond market also follows a modified schedule this week. The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) recommends early closes for fixed-income markets, so bond traders should check specific schedules for their securities.
As the holiday season begins, staying informed about market hours helps you manage your portfolio effectively and avoid missing critical trading windows.
Mark your calendar for the Thanksgiving closure tomorrow and Friday’s shortened session to ensure you’re prepared for the week ahead.
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