U.S. stock markets, including the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq, will be closed on Jan. 9 to observe a National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 100 at his home in Plains, Georgia. Both exchanges announced their decision to close in honor of the 39th U.S. president and global humanitarian.
The Nasdaq held a moment of silence on Monday to remember Carter, while the NYSE will fly its U.S. flag at half-staff during the mourning period. Nasdaq President Tal Cohen stated that the exchange will be closing its markets to celebrate Carter's life and honor his legacy, highlighting his exemplary leadership and dedication to improving the human condition.
