The U.S. stock and bond markets will be closed on Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday, resuming normal trading hours on Monday, April 21. This closure follows a week marked by significant market fluctuations, including a notable drop of 527 points in the Dow Jones Industrial Average due to UnitedHealth Group's worst performance drop since 1998. While Good Friday is not a federal holiday, it is recognized as a state holiday in several states, leading to the closure of some government offices and local businesses. The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will both pause operations for the day, providing a brief respite for Wall Street amid ongoing economic uncertainties, including Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's warning about potential inflation due to tariffs. Most major banks will remain open on Good Friday, adhering to the Federal Reserve's holiday schedule. However, investors and traders should note that the next market closure will be on Memorial Day, May 26.