Nassim Taleb, autor de ‘Cisne Negro’, recuerda el Lunes Negro de 1987

The speaker recalls a vivid memory from 1987, describing a day of intense concentration and trading. During a walk home, they realized the market was in turmoil, triggered by a significant interest rate cut by Greenspan. The discussion highlights the unexpected market movements, particularly in euro dollars, and the statistical anomalies that occurred. The speaker emphasizes the explosive nature of options during this period.

How did the stock market's movement on that day compare to statistical models?

What realization did the speaker have about options during the market events?