The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index was at just over 10 before Trump’s remarks were played on cable news networks. The index then shot up to 11.37 between 3: 10 p.m. and 3: 36 p.m. ET. It ended the…
The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index was at just over 10 before Trump’s remarks were played on cable news networks. The index then shot up to 11.37 between 3: 10 p.m. and 3: 36 p.m. ET. It ended the day at around 11, a daily gain of about 1.2.
The S&P 500 (-5.99) and NASDAQ (-13.31) also recorded losses for the day.
Trump said Tuesday afternoon that North Korea needs to stop with the threats or seemingly face military action.
« North Korea best not make any more threats to the U. S., » Trump said. « They will be met with the fire and the fury like the world has never seen. »
