Market Comparison Breakdown: Spring DST Before and After

When daylight saving time arrives on the second Sunday in March, it means we are going to spring forward and lose a precious hour of sleep.  Losing one hour on the clock does mean that we will gain additional sunlight over the coming months … but in the short term, most will experience some degree of grogginess.  Can the same be said about 30+ global futures markets?

The question is … How do the markets react pre/post to Spring Daylight Saving Time? 

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Take a look at how the markets perform around Holidays, Observances, and other Major Events.
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