Planning your trading calendar? Here's the complete list of days when Bursa Malaysia Derivatives (and FCPO trading) will be CLOSED in 2025.
2025 Trading Holidays
FCPO markets are closed on Malaysian public holidays as declared by Bursa Malaysia.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| Jan 29 | Wednesday | Chinese New Year |
| Jan 30 | Thursday | Chinese New Year (Day 2) |
| Mar 31 | Monday | Hari Raya Aidilfitri |
| Apr 1 | Tuesday | Hari Raya Aidilfitri (Day 2) |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day |
| May 12 | Monday | Vesak Day |
| Jun 2 | Monday | Agong's Birthday |
| Jun 7 | Saturday | Hari Raya Aidiladha (Weekend) |
| Jun 28 | Saturday | Awal Muharram (Weekend) |
| Aug 31 | Sunday | Merdeka Day (Weekend) |
| Sep 6 | Saturday | Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Weekend) |
| Sep 16 | Tuesday | Malaysia Day |
| Oct 25 | Saturday | Deepavali (Weekend) |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day |
- Some holidays fall on weekends (market already closed)
- Dates for Islamic holidays may shift by 1-2 days based on moon sighting
- Additional state-specific holidays do NOT affect FCPO trading
- Check Bursa Malaysia official calendar for updates
Holidays That Impact Trading
Weekday Closures (Trading Days Lost)
These holidays fall on Monday-Friday, meaning no FCPO trading:
- Jan 1 (Wednesday) - New Year
- Jan 29-30 (Wed-Thu) - Chinese New Year
- Mar 31 - Apr 1 (Mon-Tue) - Raya Aidilfitri
- May 1 (Thursday) - Labour Day
- May 12 (Monday) - Vesak Day
- Jun 2 (Monday) - Agong's Birthday
- Sep 16 (Tuesday) - Malaysia Day
- Dec 25 (Thursday) - Christmas
Total weekday holidays: 11 days
Weekend Holidays (No Impact)
These holidays fall on Saturdays/Sundays (market already closed):
- Jun 7 (Saturday) - Hari Raya Aidiladha
- Jun 28 (Saturday) - Awal Muharram
- Aug 31 (Sunday) - Merdeka Day
- Sep 6 (Saturday) - Prophet's Birthday
- Oct 25 (Saturday) - Deepavali
Long Weekends in 2025
- Chinese New Year: Jan 29-30 (Wed-Thu) + weekend = 4-day break
- Raya Aidilfitri: Mar 31 - Apr 1 (Mon-Tue) = 2 days off
- Agong's Birthday: Jun 2 (Monday) = 3-day weekend
- Day before holiday: Low volume, erratic moves, early position squaring
- Day after holiday: Gap openings, volatile first hour
- Long weekends: Increased overnight risk if holding positions
Special Trading Considerations
Year-End Trading (December)
The final weeks of December see significantly reduced activity:
- Many institutional traders on leave
- Low volume = wider spreads
- Unpredictable price movements
- Dec 24 (Christmas Eve): Often slow trading
- Dec 25: Market closed
- Dec 29-31: Very thin volume
Avoid trading in the last 2 weeks of December unless you're very experienced. Wait for January to resume active trading.
MPOB Report Days (Monthly)
While not official holidays, MPOB (Malaysian Palm Oil Board) releases key data on the 10th of every month:
- Production figures
- Export data
- Inventory levels
- Palm oil prices
Impact: Extreme volatility, 200-300 point swings within minutes
The 10th of each month is high-risk for inexperienced traders. Wait until the next day when volatility settles.
How to Plan Your Trading Calendar
- Close positions before long weekends - Avoid overnight gaps
- Avoid trading day before holidays - Low liquidity, unpredictable
- Wait 1 hour after holiday reopening - Let market settle from gaps
- Mark MPOB days on calendar - Avoid or trade with extreme caution
- Skip December's last 2 weeks - Volume too low for reliable trading
- Set phone reminders - Don't forget unexpected market closures
Checking Official Bursa Calendar
Always verify holiday dates on the official source:
- Website: www.bursamalaysia.com
- Section: Market Information → Trading Calendar
- Updates: Islamic holidays may shift by 1-2 days
- FCPO closed on 11 weekday holidays in 2025
- Major breaks: Chinese New Year (4 days), Raya (2 days)
- Avoid trading before/after holidays (volatility + low volume)
- MPOB 10th of month = extreme volatility
- December last 2 weeks = very thin trading
- Always check Bursa Malaysia official calendar for updates
Series Complete!
You now have a complete understanding of FCPO trading hours:
- Part 1: Daily schedule (10:30 AM - 6:00 PM with lunch break) ✅
- Part 2: Best times to trade (peak volume windows) ✅
- Part 3: Trading holidays and planning tips ✅