Stock Market Shock

This Changes Thimgs hosts Baker Machado and Hope King break down today's biggest headlines in business. From market volatility to advances in virtual reality, we have you covered! Shock waves from the Dow's biggest-ever daily point drop rippled through the markets early Tuesday. U.S. stocks were volatile and up over 300 points after dropping more than 500 points at the market open. Plus, Walmart is going virtual. The company's innovation hub No 8 purchased virtual reality company Spatialand. It hopes to use the technology to create a better in-store and online experience for the customer.

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