Stock market holiday: Are NSE, BSE closed for trading on Ganesh Chaturthi?
On September 14, stock markets will halt trading in observance of Ganesh Chaturthi. While equity derivatives will remain suspended for the day, the commodity market will only partially close during the morning session. Trading will pick back up in the evening session. Investors should keep these adjustments in mind as they plan their trading activities around the festival.
In India, the stock markets NSE and BSE will observe a trading holiday on Monday, September 14, 2026, coinciding with the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi. This holiday is separate from the closures observed by banks and government offices. Both exchanges will not facilitate buying or selling of shares on the regular trading session during this time. Additionally, equity derivatives trading will also be suspended.
However, the commodity market functions on a distinct schedule. The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will observe a trading holiday from 9 am to 5 pm, but will resume operations in the evening session from 5 pm. The evening session will conclude by 11:55 pm, taking into account the US Daylight Saving Time extension. MCX typically commences its trading at 9 am, while the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) begins at 10 am.
A trading holiday entails the exchanges being shut, thereby preventing regular trading activities. In contrast, a settlement holiday allows for trading to continue, albeit with a pause in the clearing and settlement of eligible trades. Ganesh Chaturthi has been designated as a full trading holiday in the 2026 market calendar, alongside other festivals and national holidays that will result in trading closures.
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