The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq close on January 9 to mark National Day of Mourning after the death of Jimmy Carter

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq will participate in the National Day of Mourning for the late President Jimmy Carter on January 9 by closing their markets.

The New York Stock Exchange, NYSE American Equities, NYSE American Options, NYSE Arca Equities, NYSE Arca Options, NYSE Chicago and NYSE National will not operate on January 9, in honor of the former president, the New York Stock Exchange said Monday.

All Nasdaq stocks US stock and options markets Nasdaq separately said it would likewise close on that day.

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, has died at the age of 100

Carter, who served in the White House from 1977 to 1981, died on Sunday. He was 100 years old.

“With humble roots as a farmer and family man, Jimmy Carter dedicated his life to public service and defending our freedom,” said Len Martin, Chairman of the New York Stock Exchange Group. “During his noteworthy post-presidential life, President Carter left a lasting legacy of humanity.” statement. “You will respectfully respect the NYSE President Carter A long life in serving our nation by closing our markets on the National Day of Mourning.”

“We mourn the loss of President Carter and will close our U.S. markets during National Day of Mourning to celebrate his life and honor his legacy,” Nasdaq Chairman Tal Cohen said. “On behalf of Nasdaq, we extend our deepest condolences to the Carter family.”

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A National Day of Mourning for Carter was declared President Bidenwhich at the same time instructed public buildings and the army to lower their flags to half-mast for 30 days.

“I also designate January 9, 2025, as a day of national mourning throughout the United States,” Biden said Sunday. “I call on the American people to gather on that day in their places of worship, in memory of President James Earl Carter, Jr. I call on the people of the world who share our grief to join us on this day. Solemn observance.”

The New York Stock Exchange said it would lower its American flag to half-staff “in honor of President Carter throughout the mourning period.”

Nasdaq said it “observed a moment of silence at 9:20 a.m. ET today, with a message on the Nasdaq Tower in honor of the former president.”

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Carter’s wife, former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, died last year.

The Carter Center said on Sunday that the former president left behind four children, 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

His son, Chip, said in a statement announcing his death: “My father was a hero, not only to me, but to everyone who believes in peace, human rights, and selfless love.” “My brothers and sisters and I shared him with the rest of the world through these shared beliefs. The world is our family because of the way he brought people together, and we thank you for honoring his memory by continuing to live these shared beliefs.” “.