Thanksgiving in the USA: History, Market Closures, and Global Investor Impact

..., it falls on November 28. Beyond its cultural and familial importance, Thanksgiving has notable implications for financial markets both domestically and internationally. The origins of Thanksgiving date back to 1621, when English settlers, known as Pilgrims, celebrated a successful harvest in Plymouth Colony, present-day Massachusetts. They shared a feast with the Wampanoag Native Americans, expressing gratitude for their assistance in adapting to the new environment. This event symbolized cooperation ...

Modified: 11/26/2024
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Thanksgiving Day in the USA: history of the holiday, market closure and impact on global investors

... thanksgiving for the harvest, but also has a notable impact on financial markets both in the US and around the world. History and traditions of the holiday The origins of Thanksgiving Day date back to 1621, when the first settlers from England, known as Pilgrims, celebrated a successful harvest in Plymouth Colony (now Massachusetts). They invited the local Wampanoag Indians to share a feast with them in gratitude for their help in developing the new land. This shared feast became a symbol of cooperation ...

Modified: 11/27/2024
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