BME, the operator of stock markets in Spain, has announced the trading session calendar for the year 2025, highlighting the days when the Stock Exchange will remain closed. According to the recent announcement, the days considered non-trading days will be Wednesday, January 1, Friday, April 18, Monday, April 21, Thursday, May 1, Thursday, December 25, and Friday, December 26. These dates mostly coincide with national holidays, reflecting the desire to align the stock market calendar with the country’s labor and traditional festivities.
In addition, BME has communicated that the markets will close early at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 31. This decision responds to the work-life balance needs of many market participants and aims to adapt to Christmas traditions, when workdays are typically shorter.
BME’s calendar is an essential tool not only for traders and companies but also for individual investors planning their financial moves. Advance knowledge of these inactive days is crucial for portfolio management and investment strategy implementation, allowing market participants to organize themselves according to non-trading days and adjust their operations accordingly.
The announcement also highlights the importance of planning and stability in financial markets, allowing all stakeholders to anticipate their activities and ensure that no surprises occur in daily operations. In this way, BME aims to guarantee a smooth and efficient operation of the markets, even during holiday dates.
Source: MiMub in Spanish
