Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Hari Raya Haji (Eid-ul-Adha) Holiday

Following stock exchanges will be closed (see table below) to celebrate Hari Raya Haji (Eid-ul-Adha).  

Hari Raya literally means ‘celebration day’. An important celebrations for Muslims, the other being Hari Raya Puasa / Aidifitri. (already celebrated on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2013).

Hari Raya Haji (Eid-ul-Adha) also known as "pilgrimage festival", the "Festival/Feast of Sacrifice" or "Greater Eid". It marks the end of a Muslim's pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. It commemorates Prophet Abraham / Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail in an act of obedience to God, but instead was able to sacrifice a ram by God's command.

Stock Exchange Hari Raya Haji Holiday
Indonesia Oct. 14 to 15, 2013  (Mon. to Tues.)
Malaysia Oct. 15, 2013  (Tues.)
Philippines Oct. 15, 2013  (Tues.)
Singapore Oct. 15, 2013  (Tues.)

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