U.S. trading should open at the normal times today, but some international markets will be closed for Boxing Day. After today, the stock market schedule will be business as usual until the markets close early again on New Year's Eve and remain closed Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.

When do U.S. stock markets open again after the New Year's holiday? Here's what to know about the 2026 schedule.

The final trading day of the year looks ordinary on the surface, but holiday schedules still shape how US markets operate today.

Here's what you need to know about whether U.S. stock markets will be open or closed on New Year's Day this year.

The day after Christmas in the U.S. is a traditional day for making gift returns — the first opportunity after the holiday to exchange presents that didn't quite make the grade. That means most U.S. retailers are open on Dec. 26, although it's always a good idea to check your local store's hours before heading out the door.

TheStreet’s Stock Market Today for Dec. 31, 2025 is a live blog featuring insights on the biggest stories moving markets, stocks, and everything in between.

Nvidia stock rallied 0.7% Tuesday premarket after the company launched its next-generation AI data center processor, which boasts significant performance improvements over its current-generation Blackwell chip.

Think the stock market closes at 4 PM? Think again. Extended trading sessions let you react to breaking news instantly, but the wild price swings and thin trading volumes can turn quick profits into devastating losses faster than you expect.