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US Presidential Election (2024): Temporary Overnight Margin Increase

Written by AMP Futures | Nov 4, 2024 4:39:44 PM

Notice: Temporary Margin Increase for US Overnight Session – Effective 11/5/2024

Due to anticipated market volatility during the US Presidential Election, please note the following temporary margin changes for the US Equity Indices:

  • Start Time: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 5:00 PM CST - (US Overnight Session)
  • End Time (expected): Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 8:00 AM CST - (US Day Session)
  • Temporary Margin Rate:  25% for the (US Overnight Session)



Following this US Overnight Session, we expect to be able to restore the Standard Day Trading Margins for the US trading Day session on Wednesday, November 6 at 8am CST.

Our team will continue to monitor market conditions in real-time and may adjust intraday margins as necessary. Any adjustments to intraday margin requirements may occur without prior notification, though we will notify clients of any changes promptly with details and expected time frames.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we attempt to maintain a risk manageable trading environment during this period.

If you need any assistance, please contact our 24-hour help desk in real-time via Phone or Live CHAT: https://www.ampfutures.com/contact-us

 

Happy Trading!