Stock Market Holiday Today: NSE, BSE Closed on May 1

Stock Market Holiday Today: NSE, BSE Shut on May 1; MCX to Open in Evening Session

Indian stock markets are closed today, May 1, in observance of Maharashtra Day and International Workers' Day, also known as Labour Day. Both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) have suspended trading activities across all major segments for the day.

NSE and BSE Trading Status

There will be no trading in:

• Equity segment

• Equity derivatives

• Currency derivatives

• Securities lending and borrowing (SLB)

This holiday is part of the official stock market calendar, and trading will resume on the next working day as per regular timings.

MCX Trading Schedule Today

Unlike equity markets, the Multi-Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) will operate in two sessions:

• Morning Session: Closed

• Evening Session: Open from 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM

This means traders dealing in commodities such as gold, silver, crude oil, and base metals can participate in the evening session.

Why Markets Are Closed Today

May 1 is a significant day in India due to dual observances:

• Maharashtra Day: Marks the formation of the state of Maharashtra in 1960.

• Labour Day (International Workers’ Day): Celebrates the contributions and achievements of workers worldwide.

Due to these public holidays, financial markets across the country remain shut.

What Investors Should Know

Investors and traders should note that:

• No buying or selling of stocks can take place today.

• Orders placed earlier will not be executed until markets reopen.

• Commodity traders can resume activity in the evening on MCX.

When Will Markets Reopen?

All segments of NSE and BSE will reopen on the next trading day with normal market hours, allowing investors to resume regular trading activities.