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U.S. Markets Close Early December 24; S&P Hits Record

12/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. stock markets will close on December 24, 2025: equities at 1:00 p.m. ET, bonds at 2:00 p.m. ET.
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will remain open despite federal office closures.
The Standard & Poor's 500 Index (S&P 500) reached a record close of 6,909.79 as Q3 GDP grew 4.3%, with consumer confidence at 89.1.
Key data, including jobless claims, will be released before the market opens.

History

Historical Context

The Stock Market Crash of 1929, beginning on October 24, marked the onset of the Great Depression, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeting nearly 25% in just two days. This crash followed a decade of economic prosperity during the Roaring Twenties, characterized by rampant speculation and excessive borrowing. The aftermath reshaped financial regulations and highlighted the critical role of consumer confidence in economic stability.

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Story summary

U.S. stock markets will close on December 24, 2025: equities at 1:00 p.m. ET, bonds at 2:00 p.m. ET.
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will remain open despite federal office closures.
The Standard & Poor's 500 Index (S&P 500) reached a record close of 6,909.79 as Q3 GDP grew 4.3%, with consumer confidence at 89.1.
Key data, including jobless claims, will be released before the market opens.

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