Bbc uncovers trump's market-moving statements, raises insider trading bets
A pattern of suspicious trading activity has emerged ahead of major announcements by U.S. President Donald Trump, according to a BBC investigation.
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Millions bet on market moves before trump's statements
nThe broadcaster analyzed data on trade volumes across several financial markets and matched it to some of Trump's most significant market-moving statements. It found a consistent spike in bets just hours or minutes before a public post or interview.
nSome experts say this bears the hallmarks of illegal insider trading, while others argue it could simply indicate traders are increasingly adept at anticipating the President's interventions.
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