2026 U.S. Stock Market Trading Calendar Complete Guide: Essential Rest Days and Trading Hours for Taiwanese Investors

I. When Will the U.S. Stock Market Close in 2026? Holidays Taiwanese Investors Must Watch

For Taiwanese investors, understanding U.S. stock market holidays is crucial. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) observes federal holidays by closing or early closing the market, which directly impacts trading strategies. The following dates in 2026 will see the U.S. stock market closed or adjusted:

II. Details on U.S. Stock Market Opening and Closing Times

The U.S. stock trading hours are divided into three sessions, with Taiwan’s corresponding times needing adjustment for daylight saving time (DST) and standard time.

U.S. Stock Trading Hours and Rules

Special Notice for Taiwanese Investors: The U.S. observes daylight saving time (second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November) and standard time, while Taiwan does not, causing a 1-hour time difference shift.

2026 U.S. Stock Trading Times - Converted to Taiwan Local Time

Standard Time (November to March):

• Pre-market: 17:00 - 22:30 Taiwan time
• Regular: 22:30 - 5:00 (next day early morning)
• After-hours: 5:00 - 9:00

Daylight Saving Time (March to November):

• Pre-market: 16:30 - 21:30 Taiwan time
• Regular: 21:30 - 4:00
• After-hours: 4:00 - 8:00

III. Overview of Major U.S. Stock Exchanges

The biggest difference between the U.S. and Taiwan stock markets is that Taiwan’s stock trading occurs solely on the Taiwan Stock Exchange, whereas U.S. stocks are traded across three major exchanges, each operating independently. Their opening and closing times are synchronized, but the traded securities and listed companies differ.

New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

As the world’s largest stock exchange by market capitalization, NYSE lists over 3,500 stocks. Its trading has become predominantly electronic, but floor trading still plays a role in price setting and large institutional trades. Many blue-chip stocks are traded here.

NASDAQ Stock Market

The world’s first fully electronic securities market, with no physical trading floor. Investors trade directly via phone or internet. It is a hub for technology stocks, including giants like Microsoft and Apple.

American Stock Exchange (AMEX / NYSE American)

The third-largest U.S. trading platform, merged with NYSE in 2008, now called NYSE American. It mainly lists small- and mid-cap stocks and offers trading in stocks, futures, and derivatives, with a trading mode similar to NYSE.

IV. Comparison of Major Global Stock Markets

Taiwanese investors can also monitor other countries’ stock markets. Below are the opening and closing times, along with Taiwan local times, for popular exchanges worldwide:

Mastering the holidays and trading hours of the U.S. stock market is vital for Taiwanese investors. Proper planning can help avoid waiting during market closures or missing opportunities.