As we approach the upcoming year, understanding the trading schedules and holidays of major stock exchanges is crucial for investors. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Multi-commodity Exchange of India (MCX) holidays in 2024, including trading timings and essential information for market enthusiasts.
National Stock Exchange (NSE) Holidays 2024: A Snapshot
The National Stock Exchange (NSE), headquartered in Mumbai, stands tall as India’s largest stock exchange. Investors keen on planning their trading activities should take note of the following holidays:
- Republic Day – 26-Jan-2024 (Friday)
- Maha Shivaratri – 08-Mar-2024 (Friday)
- Holi – 25-Mar-2024 (Monday)
- Good Friday – 29-Mar-2024 (Friday)
- EID AL FITR – 10-Apr-2024 (Wednesday)
- Ram Navami – 17-Apr-2024 (Wednesday)
- Maharashtra Day – 01-May-2024 (Wednesday)
- Id-ul-adha (Bakri Id) – 17-Jun-2024 (Monday)
- Muharram – 17-Jul-2024 (Wednesday)
- Independence Day – 15-Aug-2024 (Thursday)
- Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti – 02-Oct-2024 (Wednesday)
- Diwali-Laxmi Pujan – 01-Nov-2024 (Friday)
- Gurunanak Jayanti – 15-Nov-2024 (Friday)
- Christmas – 25-Dec-2024 (Wednesday)
Additionally, specific trading sessions, such as Muhurat Trading, will be conducted on Diwali Laxmi Pujan, with timings to be notified by the exchange subsequently.
Trading Holidays on Saturday/Sunday – NSE
- Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti – 14-Apr-2024 (Sunday)
- Mahavir Jayanti – 21-Apr-2024 (Sunday)
- Ganesh Chaturthi – 07-Sep-2024 (Saturday)
- Dasara – 13-Oct-2024 (Sunday)
- Diwali Balipratipada – 02-Nov-2024 (Saturday)
NSE Trading Schedule: Know Your Timings
Pre-open Timings: The pre-open session is between 9:00 and 9:15 am, lasting for 15 minutes. It encompasses both the order gathering and order matching phases, reflecting the normal market’s price range.
Regular Trading Timings: From 9:15 am to 3:30 pm, the NSE engages in regular trading. Notably, the NSE does not observe a lunch break, providing a daily trading session length of 6 hours and 15 minutes. Neither pre-market nor after-hours trading is available.
Block Deal Session Timings-NSE
- Session I: 8:45 am to 9:00 am
- Session II: 02:05 pm to 02:20 pm
Multi-commodity Exchange of India (MCX) Holidays 2024: Unveiling Trading Sessions
In the realm of commodity trading, the Multi-commodity Exchange of India (MCX) plays a significant role. For investors dealing in commodities, understanding the MCX holidays is imperative. Here’s a glance at MCX holidays in 2024:
- Republic Day – 26-Jan-2024 (Friday)
- Maha Shivaratri – 08-Mar-2024 (Friday)
- Holi – 25-Mar-2024 (Monday)
- Good Friday – 29-Mar-2024 (Friday)
- EID AL FITR – 10-Apr-2024 (Wednesday)
- Ram Navami – 17-Apr-2024 (Wednesday)
- Maharashtra Day – 01-May-2024 (Wednesday)
- Id-ul-adha (Bakri Id) – 17-Jun-2024 (Monday)
- Muharram – 17-Jul-2024 (Wednesday)
- Independence Day – 15-Aug-2024 (Thursday)
- Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti – 02-Oct-2024 (Wednesday)
Additionally, MCX provides morning and evening sessions for trading, with specific timings outlined for each holiday. Muhurat trading details will be communicated by the exchange in the future.
About MCX/NCDEX: Understanding the Commodity Landscape
MCX (Multi Commodity Exchange) and NCDEX (National Commodity & Derivative Exchange Limited) are pivotal players in the Indian commodity trading scenario. Distinct in their focus areas, MCX leans towards metals and energy items, while NCDEX specializes in agricultural commodities. The trading schedule for these commodities markets follows a Monday through Friday routine, excluding pre-announced holidays.
Investors navigating the commodity landscape can explore various products offered by MCX and NCDEX, ranging from metals and gold to agricultural grains, oils, and oilseeds.
In conclusion, this comprehensive guide equips traders and investors with essential information to plan their activities in alignment with the NSE and MCX holidays, trading sessions, and schedules for the upcoming year.