Markets upset by Trump’s coronavirus-positive test

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Global markets dropped early Friday morning after President Trump said that he had tested positive for COVID-19.

Stock futures suggested Wall Street would open lower as questions were raised about U.S. political leadership. U.S. stocks are likely to open on Friday between 1.5% to 2% lower than Thursday, according to the latest data.

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