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Stock market open on Saturday: NSE, BSE mock trading session timings and what investors should know

India’s BSE and National Stock Exchange will hold a mock trading session on Saturday, Jan. 3, despite regular weekend closure. The drill tests trading systems and backup procedures; no real settlement will occur. Retail investors may see temporary price and portfolio changes, with data reset after the session. NSE and BSE advised members to participate and provide feedback by late afternoon.

3 January 2026

BSE:BSE·NSE:NSE·Stock Market

Is the Indian Stock Market Open on 25.12.2025? NSE, BSE Christmas Holiday Schedule, What’s Closed, and When Trading Resumes

India’s stock markets are closed Thursday, 25 December 2025, for Christmas, with no trading on the NSE or BSE in equities, derivatives, or currency segments. Both exchanges list the day as an official holiday. Commodity derivatives on NSE are also shut for both sessions. Settlement and clearing schedules are affected.

25 December 2025

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2 Canadian Dividend Stocks Ideal for Retirees in 2026
May 19, 2026, 12:58 PM EDT. National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) and Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) emerge as solid dividend stock choices for Canadian retirees amid a buoyant TSX Index. National Bank trades near all-time highs around CAD 204 with a 20x price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio and a 2.4% dividend yield, backed by growth prospects and strategic acquisitions like Canadian Western Bank. Restaurant Brands International, down 6% recently, offers a resilient 3.4% dividend yield and a 24.5 P/E multiple. Its brand strength in fast food and innovation spending support its value. Both stocks balance modest yields with growth potential, fitting retirees seeking income and stability in 2026's market environment.