Trading Holidays on CSE
| DAY | DATE | HOLIDAY |
| Tuesday | Feb. 21, 2023 | Shaheed Day |
| Wednesday | Mar 08, 2023 | Shab e-Barat |
| Sunday | Mar 26, 2023 | Independence Day |
| Wednesday | Apr. 19, 2023 | Laylat al Qadr |
| Sunday | Apr. 23, 2023 | Eid Ul Fitr |
| Wednesday | Jun 28, 2023 | Eid ul-Adha |
| Thursday | Jun 29, 2023 | Eid ul-Adha |
| Tuesday | Aug. 15, 2023 | National Mourning Day |
| Wednesday | Sep 06, 2023 | Shuba Janmashtami |
| Thursday | Sep 28, 2023 | Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi |
| Tuesday | Oct 24, 2023 | Vijaya Dashami |
| Monday | Dec 25, 2023 | Christmas |
Chittagong Stock Exchange CSE Holidays 2023
What investors need to know about holidays on CSE Exchange
As we look forward to the new year, it’s important for investors and traders to be aware of the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) Holidays for 2023. The CSE is the second-largest stock exchange in Bangladesh and provides a platform for trading of equities, bonds, mutual funds, and other securities. It is important for market participants to take note of the dates on which the CSE is closed to plan their trading activities accordingly.
In 2023, the CSE will be closed for a total of 15 public holidays. These holidays are:
- New Year’s Day: Sunday, January 1
- Eid-e-Miladunnabi: Thursday, January 5
- International Mother Language Day: Tuesday, February 21
- Independence Day: Sunday, March 26
- Bengali New Year: Friday, April 14
- May Day: Monday, May 1
- Buddha Purnima: Thursday, May 11
- Night of Ascension: Friday, April 28
- Jumatul Bidah: Friday, May 26
- Eid-ul-Fitr: Monday, June 26 to Thursday, June 29
- National Mourning Day: Tuesday, August 15
- Eid-ul-Azha: Saturday, September 2 to Wednesday, September 6
- Ashura: Saturday, September 30 to Sunday, October 1
- Durga Puja: Tuesday, October 3 to Saturday, October 7
- Victory Day: Thursday, December 16
It is important to note that trading activity tends to be lower on public holidays, and market liquidity may be affected as a result. Traders should take this into account when planning their trading activities and adjust their strategies accordingly.
In addition to the CSE holidays, traders should also consider other factors that may affect the stock market, such as economic data releases, geopolitical events, and company earnings reports. These events can have a significant impact on market sentiment and may lead to increased volatility.
Investors and traders who are new to the CSE should take the time to familiarize themselves with the exchange’s trading rules and regulations. The CSE has a different trading system than other stock exchanges, and traders must understand the market before investing their capital.
Overall, the CSE holidays for 2023 provide traders with a clear schedule of days when the exchange will be closed. By planning their trading activities around these holidays, traders can avoid any unexpected disruptions to their trading activities and ensure that they have sufficient liquidity to execute their trades. However, traders should remember that trading always involves risk, and they should always conduct thorough research and analysis before making any investment decisions.
