Business Magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt Dies On This Day In Market History
Benzinga takes a look back at a notable market-related moment that occurred on this date.
What Happened: On this day 133 years ago, Cornelius Vanderbilt, the world’s richest man, died.
Where The Market Was: Vanderbilt's death predated both the S&P 500 index and the Dow Jones Industrial Average.