General · 20 April 2026
Traders made millions before Trump's announcements
Individuals earned millions from unusual financial wagers placed prior to US President Donald Trump's significant public announcements. The BBC analysed trading figures throughout his second term, revealing regular increases in activity mere hours or minutes before his public social media posts or interviews. For instance, oil wagers increased 47 minutes before a reporter shared news of Trump's 9 March 2026 war remarks.
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