Market Comparison Breakdown: Seasonal Phase

As the Earth orbits the Sun we mark the four seasons based on one-day astronomical definitions. 

Spring and Fall take place when the Sun crosses the celestial equator above the Earth’s equator.  It means that day and night are basically equivalent.  In the spring the northern hemisphere will experience longer days as we transition toward summer; while in fall we will experience longer nights as we progress toward winter. 

Summer and Winter take place when the 23.44% tilt of the Earth’s axis is pointed at or away from the sun.  It means that the northern hemisphere experiences the most or least amount of sunlight.  The summer solstice marks the point of maximum exposure to the sun as we slowly transition towards fall; while in winter we receive the least amount of sun exposure and we progress towards spring.  Each of these astronomical time periods will most certainly have a major effect on seasonal trends

The question is … as the world turns which season, by an astronomical definition, generates the highest return across a diverse basket of markets? 

Performance Breakdown

Calendar Breakdown by Events

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

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