Ann: Conversion of Convertible Notes, page-77

I can't say all of the professional traders were on holidays all year but it is an interesting point.

While many would have stepped back, depending on their own positions and the volatility, there has still been a lot of market activity. Many traders thrive on volatility, and AZS has some serious backing.

There is also the reality that many professional traders were once brokers and have links with a lot of investing houses.

There's always room for fun and games on the ASX, and the timing has been brutal in more than a few stocks.