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Does India have too many trading holidays? The debate explained

January 16, 2026

The Indian stock market is facing scrutiny over its trading holiday schedule, with 16 holidays planned for 2026, which is significantly higher than those observed in major US and European markets. The debate was sparked by a public exchange between key figures in the finance sector, raising questions about the impact of these holidays on market efficiency.

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Key Highlights

India's stock exchanges will have 16 trading holidays in 2026.
This number exceeds that of major US and European stock markets.
The debate was reignited by a discussion between Nithin Kamath and Samir Arora.

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Does India have too many trading holidays? The debate explained

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Does India have too many trading holidays? The debate explained

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