Market Performance: Special Trading Session on Budget 2026 Day
Budget Day usually brings a pause to the weekend calm. This year is no different.
The Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India (MSE) will remain open for live trading on Sunday, February 1, aligning with the presentation of the Union Budget 2026. The exchange confirmed the move through an official circular issued on January 19.
The idea is simple. When the Budget is announced, markets react in real time. Staying closed would only delay price discovery. That’s why exchanges are choosing action over silence on Budget 2026 day.
Main News: What MSE Announced for Budget 2026?
In its communication to members, MSE clarified that trading will follow standard market timings, even though February 1 falls on a Sunday.
Key points from the circular:
- Live trading session on February 1, 2026
- Applies to all members
- Equity Derivatives segment will also remain open
- Timings will mirror regular trading hours
This puts MSE in step with the broader market ecosystem during one of the most closely tracked financial events of the year — Budget 2026.
Trading Timings on Budget 2026 Day
MSE’s schedule will be no different from a regular trading day.
- Pre-opening session: 9:00 AM to 9:08 AM
- Normal market trading: 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM
These timings are the same as those followed by BSE and NSE, ensuring uniformity across exchanges on Budget day.
BSE and NSE Also Open on February 1
MSE won’t be alone.
Both BSE and NSE have already announced that they will conduct special live trading sessions on February 1 for Budget 2026. Separate circulars from the two exchanges earlier this month confirmed the same.
With all three major exchanges operating together, Budget-related reactions are expected to reflect immediately across equities and derivatives.
MSE Operations and Clearing Framework
Clearing and settlement for MSE trades continue to be handled by its wholly-owned subsidiary:
- Metropolitan Clearing Corporation of India (MCCIL)
MCCIL manages the post-trade processes, ensuring settlement continuity even during special trading sessions like the one scheduled for Budget 2026 day.
Recent Developments at Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India
MSE has seen capital activity in recent quarters.
- The exchange raised ₹1,240 crore
- Funds were raised in two tranches
- December 2024
- August 2025
These developments form part of MSE’s broader operational roadmap as it prepares for higher market participation, including live sessions on critical policy days such as Budget 2026.
Union Budget 2026: Parliamentary Timeline
The Union Budget 2026 session is scheduled to begin in Parliament on January 28.
This year’s presentation will be notable for another reason. It marks the 9th consecutive Budget to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, continuing a long run of fiscal policy announcements under her tenure.
Summary: What This Means for Budget 2026 Day?
To wrap it up:
- February 1, 2026 is a trading day, despite being a Sunday
- MSE, BSE, and NSE will all remain open
- Trading will follow regular market hours
- Equity and Equity Derivatives will be active
- Budget 2026 reactions will reflect live in the markets
Budget days shape sentiment instantly. With exchanges open, markets will respond as the numbers, policies, and announcements unfold — minute by minute.
For traders and investors tracking Budget 2026, February 1 won’t be a day off. It will be a day watched closely, tick by tick.
Source: Livemint
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