APRIL 08, 2025

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On October 19, 1987, global stock markets suffered a historic collapse. The Dow Jones fell 22.6% in a single day, triggering panic across financial markets worldwide.

What led to the crash?

Stock overvaluation, computerised trading, and investor panic fueled the steep market decline, leading to a massive sell-off.

Global impact

Markets in the US, UK, Australia, and India plunged, wiping out billions in market value and shaking investor confidence.

How markets recovered?

Governments and central banks stepped in with measures to restore stability, including market reforms and trading safeguards.

Lessons from black monday

The crash led to regulatory changes, such as circuit breakers, to prevent extreme market volatility in the future.

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