Overview
- U.S. stock markets closed early on New Year’s Eve (equities at 1 p.m. ET; bonds at 2 p.m. ET) and will not trade on Jan. 1.
- Banks operated on Dec. 31 but will close on New Year’s Day along with federal offices, courts and schools.
- USPS will not deliver or pick up mail on Jan. 1, and UPS and FedEx will suspend routine pickup and delivery, with only their critical services available.
- Walmart and Target will run regular hours on Jan. 1, while Costco, Sam’s Club, Trader Joe’s and Aldi will be closed; BJ’s Wholesale will open with limited hours.
- CVS and Walgreens stores plan to open on Jan. 1 with location‑dependent pharmacy hours, and many restaurant chains will be open on reduced or local schedules, so customers should check store locators.