Trading Holidays on BIST
| DAY | DATE | HOLIDAY |
| Thursday | Apr. 20, 2023 | Ramadan Feast |
| Friday | Apr. 21, 2023 | Ramadan Feast Holiday |
| Monday | May 01, 2023 | Labour and Solidarity Day |
| Friday | May 19, 2023 | Youth & Sports Day |
| Tuesday | Jun 27, 2023 | Sacrifice Feast |
| Wednesday | Jun 28, 2023 | Sacrifice Feast |
| Thursday | Jun 29, 2023 | Sacrifice Feast |
| Friday | Jun 30, 2023 | Sacrifice Feast |
| Wednesday | Aug. 30, 2023 | Victory Day |
Borsa Istanbul BIST Holidays 2023
What investors need to know about holidays on BIST Exchange
Borsa Istanbul (BIST) is the primary stock exchange of Turkey, offering a platform for trading various types of securities, including equities, bonds, and derivatives. The exchange is regulated by the Capital Markets Board of Turkey and plays a crucial role in the country’s financial market.
As with most other stock exchanges, BIST has a schedule of trading holidays that investors need to be aware of when planning their investment strategies. In 2023, BIST will observe a total of 14 trading holidays, based on national and religious events in Turkey. The following is a list of BIST trading holidays for 2023:
- New Year’s Day – January 1, 2023
- National Sovereignty and Children’s Day – April 23, 2023
- Labor and Solidarity Day – May 1, 2023
- Ramadan Feast – TBC*
- Ramadan Feast – TBC*
- Ramadan Feast – TBC*
- Democracy and National Unity Day – July 15, 2023
- Feast of Sacrifice – TBC*
- Feast of Sacrifice – TBC*
- Feast of Sacrifice – TBC*
- Republic Day – October 29, 2023
- Eid al-Fitr – TBC*
- Eid al-Fitr – TBC*
- Eid al-Fitr – TBC*
*The exact dates of the Ramadan Feast and the Feast of Sacrifice depend on the sighting of the moon and will be confirmed closer to the time.
It’s important to note that trading hours and days may vary due to market conditions or other factors. Therefore, investors should regularly check the BIST website for any updates or changes in the trading schedule.
In addition to providing a platform for securities trading, BIST offers various services to investors, including market data, settlement and clearing services, and investor education programs. The exchange aims to foster a robust and transparent financial market in Turkey and promote a culture of financial literacy and awareness.
In conclusion, BIST is a vital component of Turkey’s financial market, offering a platform for securities trading and various other services. It is essential for investors to be aware of BIST’s trading holidays in 2023 when planning their investment strategies. Investors should also keep an eye on any updates or changes to the trading schedule on BIST’s official website.
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