Stock Market Closed Today: 

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 – If you were planning to trade or invest in the stock market today, hold on!
Both of India’s leading stock exchanges — the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) — are completely closed today on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi

• No trading activity will take place in equity, derivatives, or commodity segments,

• Sensex and Nifty50 will remain unchanged throughout the day,

• And market operations across all trading platforms will stay suspended

Why is the Stock Market Closed on Ganesh Chaturthi : 

Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals, especially in Maharashtra and several other states.
It marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of new beginnings. As a result, today is a public holiday in many regions, including financial hubs — and the markets pause to join in the celebrations.

mpact on Traders & Investors : 

“How does a mid-week holiday affect traders?”
Discuss how such holidays affect market momentum, F&O rollover plans, intraday setups, or even short-term volatility post-holiday.

Quick Tips for Traders to Prepare Before the Holiday : 

• Exit intraday positions

• Avoid holding short options due to time decay

• Check margin requirements for the next day

• Set alerts in your trading platform for market re-open