BSE HOLIDAY 2026
Bonus, stock splits & dividends: Dabur India, HUL, ONGC among 76 companies turning ex-record date this week
As many as 76 companies, including Dabur India, HUL, ONGC, NBCC, and HUDCO, have set record dates for dividends, stock splits, and bonus issues during the week of November 9-13. Markets remain closed on Tuesday, November 10, for Diwali-Balipratipada.
Playing teenpatti this Diwali? Why Warren Buffett played bridge while Charlie Munger played poker
As families gather for teenpatti this Diwali, legendary investors Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger credited card games like bridge and poker for sharpening their strategic thinking. While Buffett found mental stimulation in bridge, Munger learned how to leverage market edges through army poker games.
Diwali Muhurat Trading 2026: Samco Securities picks 12 stocks and ETFs for investors; BSE, Adani Power among top bets
Samco Securities has unveiled 12 investment picks for Samvat 2083, comprising 10 Indian stocks and two US-listed ETFs across diverse sectors. The recommendations include technical entry levels, stop-losses, target prices and investment horizons, while international ETFs offer exposure to energy and healthcare amid currency and crude oil risks.
Muhurat Trading 2026: Sensex, Nifty has 80% strike rate. Will this trend continue as Samvat 2083 kicks off?
The Indian stock market is preparing for a special muhurat trading session this Sunday, marking the start of the new Hindu financial year, Samvat 2083. In the past, both Sensex and Nifty have thrived in eight out of ten muhurat sessions. Analysts predict this year's session may unlock selective investment chances in robust companies, with the overall market trend appearing cautiously optimistic as investors anticipate promising double-digit returns ahead.
What Is Muhurat Trading? Why India's Stock Market Opens for Just One Hour on Diwali
Muhurat Trading is a special stock market session conducted every year on Diwali by the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE). Considered an auspicious time to begin investments, the session brings together India's traditional business customs and modern stock market practices. But why do investors trade for just one hour, and what makes this Diwali session different from regular market hours?
Stock Market Holiday 2026: When will BSE & NSE be closed for Diwali? Muhurat trading timings, other key things to know
Indian stock markets will hold a special Muhurat Trading session on Sunday, November 8, to mark Diwali, despite the regular trading holiday. BSE and NSE will remain shut on November 10 for Diwali-Balipratipada. Check the complete schedule and timings.
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Stock Market Holiday 2026: When will BSE and NSE be closed for Diwali? Check list of remaining market holidays this year
BSE and NSE will remain closed on November 10 for Diwali-Balipratipada, while a special one-hour Muhurat Trading session will be held on November 8. Investors can also check the remaining 2026 market holidays, including Guru Nanak Jayanti and Christmas, along with key timings for the festive trading session.
Stock Market Holiday 2026: Is stock market closed today for Dussehra? Check remaining holidays for the year
A total of 16 stock market holidays have been scheduled for 2026, out of which twelve have already passed. After the Dussehra holiday, trading will remain suspended on three more occasions over the remaining two months of the year.
Stock Market Holiday 2026: Are NSE, BSE closed on October 20 for Dussehra? Check remaining holidays for the year
The Indian stock market will remain closed on October 20, 2026, for Dussehra. Earlier this month, the market observed a holiday for Gandhi Jayanti on October 2. Following Dussehra, trading will also be suspended for Diwali on November 10 and Guru Nanak Jayanti on November 24. The last market holiday of the year will take place on December 25 for Christmas.
Mega Jio Platforms IPO to lead Rs 31,663 crore offerings this week; 9 listings lined up
India’s primary market is set for a busy week, led by Reliance Jio Platforms’ Rs 30,213 crore IPO and Paras Healthcare’s Rs 1,450 crore issue. Both IPOs open on October 21. Nine companies are also scheduled to list, including six on the mainboard and three on SME platforms.
These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 20% return in 1 year, according to analysts
The mayhem in the market is likely to continue, at least for the short-term. Nothing has changed in terms of the known headwinds: The US-Iran war continues in fits and starts, oil prices are still elevated, US bond rates remain high, and global supply chains continue to be disrupted. With the calendar year-end approaching, however, there is a technical factor that has entered the mix.
Gold price today: Precious metal slips ahead of US Jobs data; MCX closed for Gandhi Jayanti
Gold prices fell 0.6% to $4,154.78 an ounce, heading for a second weekly decline as a stronger US dollar and elevated Treasury yields pressured bullion. Traders await US jobs data for Fed-rate clues. With MCX closed for Gandhi Jayanti, international markets, Middle East tensions and weekend developments could drive Monday’s domestic opening.
Stock market holiday today: Are NSE, BSE closed for Gandhi Jayanti? Check 2026 holiday list
Indian stock markets will remain closed on October 2 for Gandhi Jayanti, with trading resuming next week. MCX and NCDEX will also remain shut. The market holiday comes after the Sensex and Nifty extended losses on Thursday, weighed down by rising bond yields, elevated crude prices and broad-based selling pressure.
Stock Market Holiday: Are BSE, NSE open or closed for Gandhi Jayanti tomorrow? Check upcoming market holidays
The Indian stock market will remain closed on October 2 for Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, with the BSE and NSE shutting trading. MCX and NCDEX will also remain closed. Investors can check the remaining 2026 market holidays, including Dussehra, Diwali-Balipratipada, Guru Nanak Jayanti and Christmas, ahead of the upcoming trading sessions.
Bonus & dividends: SAIL, IGL among 10 stocks turning ex-record date this week. Do you own any?
Around 10 companies have set record dates for dividends and bonus issues between September 28 and October 1, making it a relatively quiet week for corporate actions. The market will remain closed on October 2 for Gandhi Jayanti, with BSE and NSE also shut on October 20 for Dussehra.
Equity market correction nears 2 years: What history tells investors and what should they do - hold, buy or exit
Indian stock markets have languished with nearly two years of stagnant returns since late 2024. This lengthy phase of sideways trading serves as a necessary time correction rather than merely a decline in prices. Historical trends indicate that similar corrections have often extended much longer and deeper. Investors should exercise patience, persist with their SIP strategies, and recognize that moderating valuations and recovering earnings may herald promising future opportunities.
Stock Market Holiday: Is NSE, BSE open or closed for Ganesh Chaturthi today. Check upcoming market holidays
India's largest commodity exchange, the Multi-Commodity Exchange of India (MCX), will remain closed for the first session (9 am to 5 pm) on Monday. Trading will resume in the evening session between 5 pm and 11:30 pm, as per its website. The National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), meanwhile, will remain closed for the entire day.
Two SME IPOs open for subscription today: Injecto Polymers, Century Business Media in focus
Two SME IPOs — Injecto Polymers and Century Business Media — open for subscription on September 11 and close on September 16. Injecto Polymers is raising Rs 56.12 crore, while Century Business Media aims to raise Rs 17.11 crore. Both issues are entirely fresh shares and will list on the BSE SME platform. Neither is currently commanding a grey market premium.
AI is reshaping holiday planning, but travellers still want the final say
One in two travel bookings is online now, and it is expected to increase. Two-thirds of the total bookings will move online in the short term, according to a report by brokerage firm Motilal Oswal Financial Services. From ₹210,000 crore in 2023, the market will expand to Rs 380,000 crore by 2028, it said. Online penetration is projected to increase from 54% to 65% in this period.
Stock market holiday: Are NSE, BSE closed today for Raksha Bandhan? Find out here
The Indian stock market will remain open on August 28 for trading. Both NSE and BSE will operate normally on this date. Commodity markets will also function as usual on August 28. The market will next close on September 14 for Ganesh Chaturthi. Upcoming holidays include October 2 and November 10.
Stock market holiday: Are NSE, BSE shut on Friday for Rakhi? Check full list of upcoming holidays
The Indian stock market will remain open on August 28 despite Raksha Bandhan celebrations, with the NSE, BSE, MCX and NCDEX operating normally. Investors can also check the remaining six market holidays for 2026, including Ganesh Chaturthi, Dussehra, Diwali-Balipratipada, Guru Nanak Jayanti and Christmas.
Are BSE, NSE closed on August 26 for Eid-e-Milad? Check full market holiday dates list
The Indian stock market will remain open on August 26 despite Eid-e-Milad, with the BSE and NSE observing only a settlement holiday. Trading will continue as usual, while clearing and settlement activities will remain suspended. MCX and NCDEX will also operate normally. The next market holiday is September 14 for Ganesh Chaturthi.
Stock market holiday alert: Are BSE, NSE open or closed on May 1?
NSE holidays 2026: Indian stock markets will observe a shortened trading week, with both NSE and BSE closed on Friday, May 1, for Maharashtra Day. A total of 16 holidays are scheduled for 2026, with 8 more closures to follow after this week. MCX will have a partial closure, while NCDEX will be fully closed.
Stock Market Holiday: NSE, BSE to remain shut one day this week. Check upcoming market holidays
Indian stock markets will remain closed on Friday, May 1, on account of Maharashtra Day, marking the first trading holiday of the month. With this, a total of nine market holidays remain in 2026, including upcoming closures for Bakri Id, Muharram, and Diwali.
Stock market holiday today for Gudi Padwa 2026: Are NSE & BSE open or closed for Gudi Padwa celebration? Check now
NSE BSE Holiday Today: Even as the country celebrates Gudi Padwa today, there will be no market holiday and stock exchanges BSE and the NSE will open for trading at the usual time.
Stock Market Holi Holiday 2026: Will NSE & BSE be closed on March 3 or 4?
Indian stock markets, BSE and NSE, will be closed on Tuesday, March 3, for the Holi holiday. The Multi Commodity Exchange of India will have a partial closure. The National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange will remain shut all day. The article also lists other upcoming trading holidays for the year 2026.
Stock Market holidays in March 2026: NSE, BSE to remain shut on 3 days this month; check list
NSE Holidays March 2026: Indian stock markets face three closures in March 2026. Holi, Shri Ram Navami, and Shri Mahavir Jayanti will halt trading. This marks the highest monthly holiday count for the year. Investors are questioning the March 3 Holi closure, as the festival falls on March 4. A fund manager suggested a two-day holiday to account for geopolitical events.
Stock Market Holiday 2026: Are BSE, NSE closed for Maharashtra municipal elections?
NSE Holidays 2026: Indian stock markets will be closed on January 15 due to municipal elections in Maharashtra, a change from the initial settlement holiday classification. This revision means trading will not occur across all segments on that day. The exchanges have also adjusted the expiry date for certain equity derivative contracts.
The 72-hour ‘trap’: How to navigate trade around the Indian markets’ long weekends of 2026 – and there are seven of them
With 15 official holidays and seven long weekends in 2026, the exchanges are providing more "off-switches" than usual. But for a professional trader, a three-day break is no longer a simple holiday; it is a high-stakes risk-management puzzle. So, how do the pros navigate these long pauses in trading?
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