Money Is the stock market primed for an October swoon? Why investors shouldn’t fear the frightful month. October 1, 2021October 1, 2021 Jessica Menton, USA TODAY Comments Off on Is the stock market primed for an October swoon? Why investors shouldn’t fear the frightful month. While October is often considered a spooky month for investors following the crashes in 1929, 1987 and 2008, you shouldn't be so fearful. Here's why.