
The Nasdaq Composite is facing a potential historic decline, with a current drop of over 5% that could mark the fourth instance in its history of back-to-back 5% declines, joining notable declines from 1987, 2001, and 2008. The S&P 500 has also experienced a significant downturn, falling 10.3% over two days, a performance that could add it to a list of only six other instances since 1929. This recent market behavior mirrors patterns observed during major financial crises, including the October 1987 market crash and the 2008 global financial crisis. Analysts have noted that the S&P 500's current trajectory, with a weekly loss of 7%, is reminiscent of past market downturns, including those during the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. The current market conditions have raised concerns among investors about the potential for further declines as the market continues to react to economic pressures.

S&P 500 down 10.3%+ in two days: October 1987 Novemberber 2008 March 2020 April 2024 https://t.co/thr06OH1Cm
S&P 500 down 10% in two days, with each day down at least 4%? 1929, 1932, 1933, 1940, 1987, 2008, and 2020 Might be adding today to this dubious list, depends on this final hour.
Random: How many times has the S&P 500 lost 7% in a week while also closing within -20% of its all-time high weekly close? Weeks Ending: 4/4/2025 3/13/2020 2/28/2020 12/21/2018 4/14/2000 10/13/1989 10/16/1987 9/12/1986 6/30/1950