Currency Markets Take a Pause for Buddha Pournima

The foreign exchange market announced its closure on Monday in observance of Buddha Pournima, a significant religious festival. Traders and investors are advised to plan accordingly as transactions will be halted, affecting global currency exchanges briefly. The market is expected to resume normal operations the following day.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Mumbai | Updated: 12-05-2025 11:32 IST | Created: 12-05-2025 11:32 IST
Currency Markets Take a Pause for Buddha Pournima
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Traders and investors should be aware that the foreign exchange market will be closed on Monday due to Buddha Pournima, a prominent religious observance.

This closure means that currency trading and related transactions will be temporarily halted, impacting the global exchange landscape for the day.

The market closure highlights the cultural significance of Buddha Pournima and its implications on international financial systems. Normal operations are expected to resume the following day.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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