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Traders push for shorter hours again

Industry hopes having fewer trading hours will help concentrate liquidity

During the pandemic, trading staff wanted a better work-life balance. Now, other concerns are top of mind
During the pandemic, trading staff wanted a better work-life balance. Now, other concerns are top of mind Photo: Getty Images/Westend61

Traders have renewed calls to shorten hours in Europe to address low activity during the day.

A shorter day could concentrate liquidity, with morning hours still a major lull, say industry leaders.

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