Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to present the Union Budget 2025 on Saturday, February 1, at 11 AM, though official confirmation is pending. Traditionally presented on February 1 since 2017, this date aligns the budget with the financial year starting in April. The stock market will remain open on February 1, allowing investors timely access and reactions to the announcements, with trading hours following regular timings.
