What to know about October’s market-crash potential — and what you can ignore
1. October's volatility exceeds monthly averages without clear reasons. 2. DJIA's daily changes in October are 21% more volatile than other months. 3. Historical market crashes in October contribute to heightened volatility. 4. No substantial evidence supports claims of greater economic uncertainty in October. 5. Current patterns in October volatility remain statistically significant but lack theoretical backing.