Ascension Day 2022 will take place this coming May 26th. On this holiday, IC Markets trading hours may vary depending on the markets traded.
Although some countries celebrate Ascension Day on Thursday, the day doesn't stop market trading for most of the global stock markets. As in Europe, the stock market remains open for regular trading, although the activity is usually weak. On the other hand, markets in the US and Asia are trading as usual. Trading volumes are expected to be lower throughout the European session which can often result in higher levels of volatility.
IC Markets has updated the trading schedule for the Ascension Day holiday which falls on Thursday, May 26, 2022, as you can see below. All times mentioned are platform times (GMT+3). Please ensure that you are aware of changes and closures so that they do not affect your trading by keeping an eye on the website.
Ascension Day is a Christian holiday and the 40th day of the Easter season, commemorating Jesus Christ’s ascension into heaven. It may also be known as The Feast of the Ascension, The Ascension of Jesus, Ascension Thursday, or Holy Thursday. Holidays depend on the local calendar, so they are different for every location. Ascension Day is a public holiday in France, Germany, Austria, Indonesia, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Belgium, Finland, Norway, Sweden and the South Pacific island nation Vanuatu. However, Ascension Day is not a public holiday in the US as businesses have normal opening hours.