Fidelity Investments' Observed Holidays: A Comprehensive Overview

As one of the largest financial services corporations in the world, Fidelity Investments observes all major US holidays. The company follows the New York Stock Exchange's annual holiday schedule, which includes holidays such as Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the day before Independence Day, and the day after Thanksgiving. In addition, Fidelity also observes Good Friday, which is not recognized by the NYSE. When the NYSE recognizes fewer than nine holidays in a year, Fidelity provides its associates with an additional elective holiday.

The New York Stock Exchange holiday schedule is observed by Fidelity Investments

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq are the two main marketplaces where stocks are listed in the US. The NYSE observes the following holidays by closing early or entirely:

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• The day before Independence Day
• The day after Thanksgiving

Fidelity Investments observes the annual holiday schedule of the New York Stock Exchange, except for Good Friday. In years when the NYSE recognizes fewer than nine holidays, Fidelity provides associates with an additional elective holiday.

The US stock market, including the NYSE and the Nasdaq, is open for trading from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. It is closed on weekends and most major US holidays. Extended trading allows for buying and selling stocks before and after the market is open, but the rules vary by brokerage firm.

Good Friday is a holiday for Fidelity Investments, unlike the New York Stock Exchange

Fidelity Investments observes the same holidays as most companies, with the NYSE and Nasdaq stock markets closing entirely or early on these dates. In 2024, these holidays included Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the day before Independence Day, and the day after Thanksgiving.

The NYSE is the largest stock exchange in the world, located on Wall Street in New York City. It lists approximately 2,300 companies and averages over $200 billion in daily trading value as of 2020. The exchange is open for trading from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, and does not close for lunch. It observes U.S. holidays, including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Washington's Birthday, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Fidelity Investments, on the other hand, is a brokerage firm that offers extended hours trading, allowing investors to buy and sell stocks before and after regular market hours. The rules for extended hours trading vary by brokerage firm, and at Fidelity, certain types of orders, such as limit orders, are required during this time.

If the New York Stock Exchange recognises less than nine holidays, Fidelity Investments provides associates with an additional elective holiday

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) observes certain holidays by closing early or entirely. In 2024, the NYSE observed the following holidays:

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• The day before Independence Day
• The day after Thanksgiving

Fidelity Investments generally observes the annual holiday schedule of the NYSE. However, there is an exception for Good Friday, which Fidelity observes but the NYSE does not. In years when the NYSE recognises less than nine holidays, Fidelity provides its associates with an additional elective holiday. This means that, in any given year, associates at Fidelity Investments will have at least nine paid holidays. This is in line with other companies, which generally offer a similar number of paid holidays to their employees.

All federal bank holidays are paid holidays for Fidelity Investments employees

As an employee of Fidelity Investments, you can expect to have all federal bank holidays off as paid holidays. This is in line with the holiday schedule of the New York Stock Exchange, which also observes major holidays in the US.

The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq are open for trading from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. They are closed on weekends and federal holidays throughout the year.

In 2024, the NYSE and Nasdaq stock markets will be closed on the following dates:

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• The day before Independence Day
• The day after Thanksgiving

Fidelity Investments observes the NYSE's annual holiday schedule, except for Good Friday. In years when the NYSE recognises fewer than nine holidays, Fidelity provides employees with an additional elective holiday.

Fidelity Investments employees can choose to work on holidays and receive bonuses

Fidelity Investments observes the annual holiday schedule of the New York Stock Exchange, which is typically open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET. The stock market is closed on most major US holidays, including weekends.

Fidelity Investments employees are offered a variety of benefits, including paid holidays. Employees can choose to take the holidays off or work and receive bonuses. This flexibility allows employees to either enjoy a well-deserved break or take advantage of the opportunity to earn extra income.

The company's holiday policy ensures that employees are compensated for their dedication and provides them with the option to balance their work and personal lives. This approach helps create a positive work environment and boosts employee satisfaction.

By following the New York Stock Exchange's holiday schedule, with some exceptions, Fidelity Investments maintains consistency with industry practices while also offering additional benefits to its associates. This demonstrates the company's commitment to supporting its employees and fostering a healthy work-life balance.

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