U.S. Market Wrap 01/31/20

The video discusses the significant downturn in major stock indexes like the Dow, S&P 500, and NASDAQ, influenced by coronavirus fears. Despite Amazon's strong performance, overall market sentiment was negative. Investors turned to haven assets like bonds, gold, and the Japanese yen for safety. Commodities such as copper and oil also faced declines, reflecting concerns about the global economic impact of the virus. The VIX index spiked, indicating increased market volatility, with further uncertainty expected as Chinese markets prepare to reopen.

What was the impact of the coronavirus on the global economy as discussed in the text?

What were the trends in commodities, specifically copper, mentioned in the text?