Financial Markets and Banks Adjust Hours for Christmas Eve Holiday

As Christmas Eve approaches, investors and consumers should prepare for adjusted operating hours across financial institutions. The U.S. stock market will observe modified trading hours, while banks will implement varying schedules depending on their policies and locations.

Stock Market Trading Schedule

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will close early at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, December 24th. This follows the traditional holiday schedule where markets operate for a shortened session on Christmas Eve. Regular trading hours will resume on Thursday, December 26th, as markets remain closed on Christmas Day.

Banking Operations

Most major banks, including Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo, will maintain regular business hours on Christmas Eve, though some branches may close early. Customers are advised to:

  • Check specific branch hours through mobile apps or websites
  • Utilize ATMs and online banking for routine transactions
  • Plan ahead for any time-sensitive banking needs

While physical branches may have limited availability, digital banking services will remain fully operational throughout the holiday period.