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U.S. unemployment drops to 7.9%

Volatility whacked U.S. stocks after President Donald Trump disclosed that he tested positive for COVID-19.

Stocks attempted to curb losses during the choppy session but ultimately closed lower.

Ticker Security Last Change Change %
I:DJI DOW JONES AVERAGES 40093.4 +486.83 +1.23%
I:COMP NASDAQ COMPOSITE INDEX 17166.043044 +457.99 +2.74%
SP500 S&P 500 5484.77 +108.91 +2.03%

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