As Christmas and Hanukkah approach, many people are wondering what will remain open and how their plans might be affected. Here's a breakdown of what you need to know for Dec. 24 and Dec. 25.
Stock Market Hours
Christmas Eve (Dec. 24):
The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will close early at 1 p.m. ET.
Bond markets will close early at 2 p.m. ET.
Christmas Day (Dec. 25):
All financial markets, including stock and bond markets, will be closed.
Resumption:
Regular trading resumes on Dec. 26.
Mail and Delivery Services
U.S. Postal Service:
Dec. 24: Regular mail delivery and open post offices, though hours may vary.
Dec. 25: No regular mail delivery; only Priority Mail Express will be delivered. Post offices will be closed.
UPS:
Dec. 24: Regular delivery schedule; UPS Store locations will be open.
Dec. 25: Service is limited to UPS Express Critical; UPS Stores will be closed.
FedEx:
Dec. 24: Regular delivery schedule with modified service for FedEx Express; FedEx Office locations have reduced hours.
Dec. 25: Service limited to FedEx Custom Critical; FedEx Office locations will be closed.
Bank Hours
Dec. 24: Most banks will operate on modified hours—check with your local branch.
Dec. 25: Banks will be closed, but ATMs, apps, and online banking remain available (though transaction postings may be delayed).
Government Offices
Dec. 24:
Federal government offices will be closed following an executive order by President Joe Biden.
State office closures vary; for instance, Florida state offices will close on Dec. 23 and Dec. 24.
Dec. 25:
All nonessential federal and state government offices will be closed, as Christmas is a federal holiday.
Retail and Grocery Stores
Dec. 24:
Most stores and supermarkets will be open, though many will close early.
Dec. 25:
Major retailers such as Costco, Walmart, Target, and Sam’s Club will be closed.
Pharmacies: Some CVS stores will be open with reduced hours. It’s advised to check your local store hours beforehand.
Conclusion
While Dec. 24 offers some flexibility for last-minute errands, Dec. 25 brings widespread closures, especially in financial markets, government offices, and retail. Make sure to plan ahead to avoid any disruptions to your holiday festivities.
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