Wonder whether the stock market is open on July 4th? You’re not the only one asking. With Independence Day landing this week, the usual trading schedule takes a break. The market won’t follow its regular hours, and there’s even an early close the day before. Whether you're actively trading or just checking your investments, it’s important to know what’s changing. Here’s an updated stock market hours around the July 4th holiday—so you’re always one step ahead.