‘Fear index’ highest since 2020 as market panic reshapes political and policy outlook

Published



Wall Street is reeling on Monday, with the “fear index” hitting multiyear highs and stocks plunging quickly after the markets opened.

The turmoil raised speculation that the Federal Reserve might have to consider an emergency response and even led to increased chatter about an election-year recession.

Full midterm coverage.Deeper analysis.

Get unlimited access to Washington Examiner's reporting, expert analysis, and coverage of the midterm elections.

Get Unlimited Access

Cancel anytime.