Stock Exchanges Shut for Republic Day, Resume Trading Sunday for Budget Session

India, Jan 26 : Indian stock markets are closed on Monday in observance of Republic Day, with both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) suspending trading for the holiday. Currency markets will also remain shut, while commodity derivatives will trade during the evening session, allowing limited activity despite the national holiday.

Investors are set for a rare Sunday trading session later this week, coinciding with the presentation of the Union Budget 2026. The NSE issued an official statement confirming the weekend session:

“On account of the presentation of the Union Budget, members are requested to note that Exchange shall be conducting live trading session on Sunday, February 1, 2026.”

This special session allows market participants to respond immediately to Budget announcements, which often influence equity movements, sector performance, and individual stock valuations. Such weekend trading is uncommon and generally limited to major policy events like the Budget.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Union Budget on February 1 as part of the Parliament’s Budget session, which begins on January 28. Investors are expected to closely monitor fiscal measures, taxation proposals, and sector-specific allocations, which typically shape market trends in the short term.

This week’s market calendar is unusual, combining a Republic Day holiday closure with a special Sunday trading session to accommodate the Budget, offering a unique schedule for investors.