Is Stock Market Open Today? What's Open, What's Closed On Presidents Day 2026?
U.S. financial markets, government offices, and post offices are shuttered today, Monday, Feb. 16, as the nation observes Presidents’ Day. While the federal holiday—formally recognized as George Washington's Birthday—halts many essential services, most retail and grocery sectors remain fully operational.
Financial Markets And Banking
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq are closed for the holiday, according to NYSE’s official 2026 holiday calendar. The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) also states a full closure for U.S. bond markets. Trading is set to resume at normal hours on Tuesday, Feb. 17.
Most commercial banks, including JPMorgan Chase & Co., Bank of America Corp., and Capital One Financial Corp. , are also closed today as they follow the Federal Reserve holiday schedule.
Online banking and ATM services remain functional, though transactions may not process until the next business day.
Mail And Shipping Services
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has suspended regular mail delivery and closed all retail post office locations today, per USPS official policy. Conversely, private carriers are largely active.
United Parcel Service Inc. is operating on a full schedule, including pickup and delivery services, while FedEx Corp. is running a modified service schedule with most FedEx Office locations remaining open.
Government And Schools
As a federal holiday, all non-essential federal government offices are closed today, including the IRS and Social Security offices.
Most state and local government buildings, such as courthouses and DMVs, are similarly shuttered. Public school districts and many universities across the country are also closed for the day, though some districts may use the date as a “snow day” makeup.
Retail And Grocery
The retail sector remains the most active during the holiday. Major national chains—including Walmart Inc. , Target Corp., and Costco Wholesale Corp.—are open during regular business hours, as reported by National Today.
Many department stores are leveraging the holiday to hold significant “Presidents Day Sales,” particularly in the furniture and appliance categories.
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