Question 1

How many holidays does the Shanghai Stock Exchange have?

Accepted Answer

The SSE observes approximately 7 major holiday periods each year, but the total number of closed trading days is significantly higher due to China's "golden week" holidays. In a typical year, the SSE is closed for around 28-30 days, including Spring Festival (7-8 days), National Day Golden Week (7-8 days), Tomb Sweeping Day (3 days), Labor Day (5 days), Dragon Boat Festival (3 days), and New Year's Day (1 day).

Question 2

What are "Golden Weeks" in the Chinese stock market?

Accepted Answer

Golden Weeks are extended national holiday periods in China, primarily Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) and National Day (October 1). During these periods, the SSE is closed for 7-8 consecutive trading days. The government adjusts the regular work schedule around these holidays to create longer continuous breaks, which means the SSE remains shut for the entire golden week period.

Question 3

Does the SSE have early close days like the NYSE?

Accepted Answer

No. Unlike the NYSE, the Shanghai Stock Exchange does not have early close days. The SSE is either fully open for its regular two-session schedule (morning 9:30-11:30 and afternoon 13:00-15:00 CST) or completely closed. There are no partial trading days on the SSE calendar.

Question 4

What are the SSE trading session hours?

Accepted Answer

The SSE operates a two-session trading day. The morning (pre-market auction and continuous auction) runs from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. CST (UTC+8), and the afternoon session runs from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. CST. There is a lunch break between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. when no trading occurs. The STAR Market (Sci-Tech innovAtion boaRd) follows the same schedule.

Question 5

When is the SSE closed for Spring Festival in 2026?

Accepted Answer

In 2026, the SSE is expected to be closed for Spring Festival from approximately February 15 through February 23, covering 9 calendar days (8 trading days). Chinese New Year in 2026 falls on February 17 (Year of the Horse). The exact dates are announced by the State Council and the SSE typically confirms the schedule in December of the preceding year.

Shanghai Stock Exchange Holiday Calendar2025 – 2027

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