More than 20 executives and key traders have left the firm since February after bonus payments were considered disappointing.

At that point some traders had already left to start the Thanksgiving holiday.

If no deal is made, the trader leaves empty-handed and the player must answer on their own.

"When the traders leave, she'll have to 'leave' with them."

Many traders left their posts early for the long weekend.

Some traders, whose presence helps make for smooth markets, have simply left the floor rather than face the risks there.

And many traders are away on vacation, leaving a thinner market in which to buy or sell.

Yesterday's session ended early as traders left for the New Year's holiday.

Ten senior bankers and traders have left the firm in recent weeks.

That was the best time for turning in a report, and the trader would be leaving on Hieraxday.