Is the stock market open today for Labor Day? What about bond trading and mail delivery?

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U.S. financial markets will observe the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 7, meaning the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will be closed for regular trading. Investors will see no equity or options activity, and the bond market will also shut its doors, with no trading in Treasuries or corporate debt. The closure aligns with the federal holiday, which honors the American labor movement.

For those tracking global exposure, note that while U.S. cash equities are dark, futures trading on the CME will resume Sunday evening as usual, offering a glimpse into Tuesday’s open. However, any economic data releases scheduled for Monday—such as consumer credit figures—will be delayed to the following session, potentially shifting weekly market narratives.

Beyond trading, the holiday impacts logistics: both the U.S. Postal Service and major private carriers will not deliver regular mail or packages, though express services may operate on a limited schedule. What to watch: Tuesday’s reopening will likely consolidate any weekend news, including geopolitical or corporate announcements, into a single reaction. Historically, post-holiday sessions can see elevated volume as participants recalibrate positions, but no directional bias should be inferred from the calendar alone.