President Donald Trump asserted on Monday that his public appearances have an immediate effect on U.S. financial markets, saying, "I go on TV and the market goes wild … I can move it just by talking." Speaking alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Trump contrasted his own impact with that of Bessent, describing the Treasury chief as a calming presence for investors. “He goes on television, and he calms the market,” Trump said, adding that recent conditions have become “so calm and nice” under Bessent’s stewardship. Trump’s remarks highlight the continued sensitivity of markets to presidential commentary and come amid heightened scrutiny of political influence on trading activity.