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Traders on the floor use hand signals to communicate, a practice known as 'open outcry.'
The iconic NYSE building weighs a whopping 50,000 tons, equivalent to about 10,000 elephants!
The NYSE was founded in 1792, making it over 230 years old!
Each trading day begins with the ringing of the opening bell, a tradition that started in the late 1800s.
The 'Fearless Girl' statue stands proudly facing the NYSE, symbolizing gender equality and empowerment.
The NYSE closed for four months during World War I, the longest closure in its history.
The NYSE has a dedicated security team to ensure the safety of its operations and visitors.
In case of emergencies, the NYSE has a backup trading floor located in Brooklyn.
The NYSE is home to over 2,400 companies from around the world!
In the 19th century, the NYSE had a separate trading floor for livestock, known as the 'Curb Market.'
