Trade Uncertainty Sparks Whipsaw Session: Stock Market Today

Trade Uncertainty Sparks Whipsaw Session: Stock Market Today

Volatility has increased in mid-October, a month typically marked by positive stock market events.

Stocks initially rose due to strong bank earnings, but then volatility spiked, causing all three main U.S. equity indexes to briefly decline before recovering in the afternoon.

Market participants are cautious about new tariffs and trade war discussions from the White House, leading to increased volatility.

Author's summary: Volatility spikes in the market due to trade uncertainty.

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Kiplinger Kiplinger — 2025-10-16

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