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- Blair Hull's journey from successful blackjack player to options trading pioneer showcases the value of seeking edges in different fields.
- The Black Monday crash of 1987 highlighted the unpredictability of financial markets and the impact of investor psychology on market movements.
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Black Monday: The Stock Market Freefall
Black Monday in 1987 saw the Dow Jones plummet by 22% in a single day following a week of losses, setting a record in financial history. Analysts expected a rebound, but chaos ensued from the opening bell with a downward spiral despite some positive economic indicators. Investor psychology shifted drastically from optimism to pessimism, marking the start of a bear market.
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