Honoring Former President Jimmy Carter on Wall Street
Wall Street's opening bells will remain silent on Thursday as the NYSE and Nasdaq close for trading in honor of former President Jimmy Carter's state funeral, continuing a tradition dating back to 1865 after President Abraham Lincoln's assassination.
Key Points
- Wall Street closes to mourn former President Jimmy Carter
- Tradition dates back to 1865 after President Lincoln's assassination
- NYSE and Nasdaq join in a day of national mourning
- Bond markets remain open until 2 p.m.