Published on: 2025-11-11
Black Friday on November 28, 2025, the day following the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, is not only a major event for retail shoppers but also a significant day for financial markets.
If you're an investor or trader, you must be wondering if the stock market is open on Black Friday 2025. The answer is yes. Trading is open, but the session is early‑close at 1:00 p.m. ET.
Below, we provide a comprehensive update on the U.S. stock market schedule for Black Friday 2025, related market hours, and key insights on trading considerations during the holiday season.
On Friday, November 28, 2025 (the day after Thanksgiving), U.S. stock markets will be open but will close early at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. According to the official exchange calendars:
The NYSE & Nasdaq regular trading hours will end at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).
After‑hours trading may still operate, but the normal primary session ends early.
This early close is a customary practice for the "day after Thanksgiving" (commonly called "Black Friday" in the retail world) in U.S. markets.
In summary, the market will operate on Black Friday 2025 with a shortened trading session ending at 1:00 p.m. ET.
| Event | Date | Market Status |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Day (NYSE closed) | November 27, 2025 | Market closed |
| Black Friday (early close) | November 28, 2025 | Market open 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM ET |
| Cyber Monday | December 1, 2025 | Market open regular hours (9:30–4) |
Historically, trading volume lowers on the day after Thanksgiving as many participants take time off. To maintain orderly markets during this low-volume period, exchanges close early, a long-standing post-holiday tradition.
The tradition provides market participants a chance to start the holiday weekend early, balancing the demands of trading with personal and family time.
Though early closure shortens trading hours, many investors still use the morning session for portfolio adjustments ahead of the holiday weekend.
Once the primary session ends at 1:00 p.m. ET:
After-hours trading may be available depending on the exchange and your broker; many brokers offer after-hours sessions (commonly 4:00–8:00 p.m. ET), while futures and some ATSs have other hours.
Market participants finish up order routing, settlement planning, and position adjustments ahead of the weekend.
Because the session is shorter, events after 1:00 p.m. ET may create a larger weekend risk (more time before the next session)
| Market/Exchange | Status on Nov 28, 2025 | Trading Hours (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| NYSE | Open (Early close) | 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Nasdaq | Open (Early close) | 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
| CBOE (Options) | Open (Early close) | 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
| CME (Futures) | Open | Regular hours (varies) |
| London Stock Exchange | Open (Regular) | 3:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
| Tokyo Stock Exchange | Open | 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM (normal) |
| European Exchanges | Regular hours | Varies by country |
Most global equity markets maintain regular trading hours on Black Friday, reflecting regional variations in holiday observance.
With fewer participants trading after 1:00 p.m., large orders may experience increased slippage or wider bid-ask spreads due to reduced liquidity. It's wise to check liquidity and ensure your brokerage supports orders on early close days.
Using market orders late in a thin market can lead to unwanted fills. Consider limit orders if you're placing trades late in the morning.
Some companies might still release earnings or corporate announcements that day. Due to the shorter session, the reaction may be compressed.
If you're trading from outside the U.S. (e.g., India or Japan), note the time‑zone conversion:
On Friday, November 28, 2025, the early market close at 1:00 p.m. ET corresponds to 11:30 p.m. IST (India Standard Time)
In Japan, the market closes at 3:00 a.m. JST (Japan Standard Time) on Nov 29, 2025.
Be sure to account for local daylight-saving variations and organise your trades accordingly.
Given the shorter trading window, positions held overnight may face larger gaps if something significant breaks after the close. Manage exposure accordingly.
No, the market is open, but it closes early at 1:00 p.m. ET.
Yes. The major U.S. exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq, will observe an early market close at 1:00 p.m. ET on November 28, 2025.
Regular trading opens at 9:30 a.m. ET, and closes at 1:00 p.m. ET.
Indirectly. U.S. market activity and volume may influence global sentiment and regional markets, but other exchanges may operate on their normal hours.
Yes, the U.S. bond market (via SIFMA guidelines) also closes early at 2:00 p.m. ET on Black Friday 2025.
Normal hours resume on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. ET.
While the U.S. stock market remains open on Black Friday, November 28, 2025, the shortened trading day from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET demands strategic planning by investors and traders.
Traders and investors should plan accordingly. For example, adjust trading hours, account for reduced liquidity and increased weekend risk, and set orders and risk controls in advance.
Remember, while Black Friday 2025 is not a full trading day, it remains an active market session.
Disclaimer: This material is for general information purposes only and is not intended as (and should not be considered to be) financial, investment or other advice on which reliance should be placed. No opinion given in the material constitutes a recommendation by EBC or the author that any particular investment, security, transaction or investment strategy is suitable for any specific person.
