NSE and BSE issued a circular outlining equity markets would be open from 9:15 am to 3:30 pm on Feb 1.
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Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) have confirmed they will remain open for full trading sessions on February 1. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2025, which is expected to bring some relief to taxpayers, including the middle class.
On Monday, the exchanges issued a circular which outlined equity markets would be open from 9:15 am to 3:30 pm, while the commodity derivatives market trading would continue till 5:00 pm. However, the ‘T0’ session will not be scheduled due to a settlement holiday.
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The Union Budget, which displays the government’s fiscal plans for the coming year, massively impacts market trends, investor sentiment, and valuations of stocks. Keeping the markets operating during the budget presentation allows investors to make informed decisions and react in real-time. This ensures transparency and efficient price discovery.
The first part of the Budget session will start on January 31 and conclude on February 13, while the second part is scheduled to begin on March 10 and end on April 4.
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