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Wall Street smashed by months of volatility

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2 years ago

September 25, 2022

Wall Street neared bear market territory on Friday as stocks fell sharply to end the week with the Dow down more than 800 points.

The sell-off was driven by fears of a deeper recession, as data showed that manufacturing activity contracted for the fourth straight month.

The Dow is now down 20% from its peak in February, and if it falls below 19,000 it will officially enter bear market territory.

While some analysts believe that the market is overreacting to the latest data, others say that the sell-off is justified given the deteriorating economic conditions.

It remains to be seen whether the market can recover from this latest setback, but one thing is clear: Wall Street is in for a volatile ride in the weeks and months ahead.

The Dow was down more than 800 points, or 3.2%, at 24,608. The S&P 500 was down 3% at 2,754, and the Nasdaq Composite was down 2.8% at 7,433.

All three indexes are now down more than 20% from their all-time highs set in late September. The sell-off was driven by fears of a deeper recession as the yield on the 10-year Treasury fell below 1.6%.

The market has been deeply volatile in recent weeks on fears that the coronavirus outbreak will lead to a slowdown in global economic growth. Friday’s sell-off suggests that those fears are still very much present.

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China has pledged to “significantly increase” debt to jumpstart its economy

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10 hours ago

October 14, 2024

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Finance Minister Lan Foan announced plans to help local governments tackle debt, support low-income households, and boost the property market.

Investors have been urging such steps as China faces deflationary pressures and a sharp property market downturn.

However, no figure was provided for the stimulus package, leaving markets anxious about the strength and duration of the recovery effort.

Economists warn that this lack of clarity may prolong uncertainty until China’s legislature approves extra debt measures.

Concerns are rising that China may fall short of its 5% growth target, signalling deeper structural challenges ahead.

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Niche accountants proving essential to e-commerce success

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5 days ago

October 9, 2024

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Expert explores the key benefits of partnering with accountants who specialise in niche industries.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, having an accountant who understands the intricacies of e-commerce can make all the difference in your business’s success.

Specialist accountants understand the specific needs of e-commerce businesses, helping to maximise tax savings, streamline operations, and improve financial health.

Niche accountants can identify opportunities to scale, optimise profit margins, and implement strategies that align with your business goals, ultimately drive growth.

Chris Rivera, Founder of The Ecommerce Accountants, joins to share his key insights into the industry.

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Amazon’s 2024 Prime Day expected to make huge impact on tech sector sales

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5 days ago

October 9, 2024

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Market experts believe Amazon’s upcoming event will drive a surge in sales, benefiting Amazon’s stock and boosting consumer tech companies that sell through its platform.

Experts predict that a short-term rally in retail and tech stocks could be seen as revenue spikes.

Founder/CEO of Unearthing Opportunities, and Board Advisor to Power Hero, Bradley A Gastwirth joins to unpack the latest market moves. #featured #trending