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2024 - 8 - 5

Global Stocks Take a Dive: Is the Sky Falling or Just a Bad Hair Day?

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Hold onto your wallets! Global stock markets took a nosedive, led by Japan's historic plunge that has us all feeling a bit queasy!

In a shocking turn of events, global stock markets have experienced a significant plunge, with Japan's Nikkei 225 index witnessing its largest one-day drop in history—an alarming 12.4%. This marks the worst day for Japanese stocks since 1987, a year fondly remembered for its big hair and even bigger financial scandals. Investors are now on high alert, fearing the rippling effects of a potential recession in the United States, following unsettling news of weaker-than-expected job creation this past July. Anxiety has spread across Asia, with stocks plummeting, and the worry is palpable.

As markets across Europe opened this morning, grim predictions were confirmed, leading to a widespread sell-off that has dashed hopes for a brisk recovery. Investors in varying corners of the globe are clutching their pillows tightly as they track the stocks—it's a wild ride of ups and downs reminiscent of a rollercoaster at Coney Island. In a bizarre twist, the yen has soared against the dollar recently, which might just confuse currency investors even more as they scramble to adjust their strategies. All hand on deck, as we navigate this stormy sea of finance.

Amidst this chaos, analysts are advising caution. The optimistic growth projections that investors have held onto may now feel like shattered dreams. They are highlighting a need for robust risk assessments and perhaps a little more prudence in trading decisions. The markets are now at a moment of truth; will they rebound, or are we in for a bumpy ride? As we approach the evening news, the relentless speculation over market futures keeps many on the edge of their seats, hoping for a turnaround.

Don't forget, history has a way of repeating itself! In fact, you might be surprised to learn that the 1987 crash, coincidentally the same year the latest dive mirrors, happened on a day famously known as Black Monday. Additionally, while stocks are shaking, it’s always a good moment to remember that downturns can pave the way for future recovery—sometimes, even a healthier economy emerges from the ashes. So let’s keep our spirits up and our investments sharp!

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Global stock markets plunge (CNNMoney)

Japanese stocks crash in biggest one-day drop ever as global market rout intensifies. Follow the latest news here.

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Stocks routed in Asia, tumble in Europe as markets fear U.S. ... (CBS News)

Japan's benchmark stock index plunged 12.4% on Monday, compounding a global market rout set off by investor concerns that the the U.S. economy could be ...

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Japanese stocks suffer worst day since 1987 as global rout intensifies (Financial Times)

Japan's stock market plummeted 12 per cent on Monday, its worst day in 37 years, as global markets were rattled by the prospect of a US recession.

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Japan's stock market faces a moment of truth (Reuters)

Overall, the yen has rallied 7% against the U.S. dollar in five trading sessions; the move is intensified by yen carry trades unwinding where investors borrowed ...

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Japan stocks plunge, leading global market sell-off (Voice of America)

Japanese stock markets plummeted Monday, with Japan's Nikkei 225 index suffering its largest single-day point drop in history, driven by fears of a ...

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Stock Market Today: Stocks in meltdown as Fed triggers global rout (TheStreet)

Stocks are facing a tech-lead version of Black Monday following the biggest selloff in Asia markets since 1987.

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Tumbling, Dow Set to Open Down ... (Barron's)

Japanese stocks spiraled lower and the yen surged against the dollar as Asian trading saw the beginning of what is shaping up to be a tumultuous Monday in ...

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Fears of US recession send stock markets tumbling (Sky News)

Concerns have been raised after the world's largest economy reported much lower-than-expected job creation in July.

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Global markets tumble amid Wall Street losses, U.S. economic fears (The Washington Post)

Japan's Nikkei 225 index suffered its biggest single-day drop on record, and other markets tumbled, after a Wall Street rout and weaker than expected U.S. ...

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Dow futures tumble 1000 points as global stock market rout ... (CNBC)

The U.S. stock market was under pressure amid a broad global equity market sell-off. The losses come after the Nasdaq Composite fell into correction Friday.

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Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Tumbling, Dow Set to Open Down ... (Barron's)

Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures are dropping in premarket trading Monday as the stock market faces a difficult start to the week.

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Stock Market Today: What to Watch After Last Week's Selloff—Live ... (The Wall Street Journal)

Live updates on stocks, bonds and markets, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite.

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Stock market news today: Nasdaq futures sink 4%, Dow futures ... (Yahoo Finance)

Wall Street's sell-off was set to intensify in a major way Monday as concerns mounted over the health of the US economy.

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Stock market live updates: How US markets are feeling impact of ... (USA TODAY)

NASDAQ, Dow Jones and other stock indexes are set to open sharply lower after global markets plunged overnight amid investor fears about U.S. economy.

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Wall Street latest: Global stock markets plunge over fears of US ... (BBC News)

All eyes are on Wall Street after fears of US economic slowdown sent shockwaves around global markets.

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Explainer: What has caused the stock market crash? (Business Post)

The week on the financial markets began with large declines in the world's stock exchanges. Declines have been seen during early trading in the Iseq All Share, ...

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US stocks tumble on fears over slowing growth (BBC News)

US stock markets sank on Monday following nosedives in Asia and Europe as fears rise about slowing American economic growth. In the US, the S&P 500 slumped ...

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A global stock sell-off is deepening with investors fleeing to safe ... (CNBC)

Investors are turning to safe haven assets like the U.S. Treasurys and Swiss franc, as the global stocks sell-off deepens.

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Stock market today: Dow falls 1000 points as recession fears fuel ... (WLS-TV)

The market downturn triggered calls for a large interest rate cut at the Federal Reserve's next meeting in September. Some investors voiced an even more urgent ...

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Dow plunges in global stock market rout (Los Angeles Times)

Nearly everything on Wall Street is tumbling as fear about a slowing U.S. economy worsens and sets off another sell-off for financial markets around the ...

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Why the stock market is freaking out again (CNN)

The Dow tumbled more than 1,000 points at the open, and the broader market plunged 3% Monday. The Nasdaq, full of risky tech stocks, dropped 3.7%. All of that ...

What the meltdown in the stock market means for biotech and pharma (Endpoints News)

On Monday, global market indices crashed after a week of soft corporate earnings, a macroeconomic warning, and concerns that the Federal Reserve had waited ...

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When the Stock Market Drops, Stay Calm and Do Nothing (The New York Times)

There is no reason to think that you can predict what will happen in the markets in the next few hours or in the near future. It's better not to try.

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'Don't panic': What to do when the stock market sinks like a stone (USA TODAY)

If you are one of those amateur investors who checks your 401(k) balance at every meal, today might be a good day to fast.

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Fear Rises, Global Stock Markets Fall. Here's Why And What To ... (Forbes)

Japan's Nikkei Index fell 12.41%, the largest single-day drop since 1987. In Korea, the Kospi Index dropped 8.77%. Taiwan and Singapore's stock markets lost ...

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Why the stock market is freaking out, but you shouldn't | CNN Business (CNNMoney)

After a weaker-than-expected jobs report in July, markets have taken a tumble. CNN's Rahel Soloman explains why stocks are plunging and what you should do ...

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4 reasons the stock market is plunging — and what experts say you ... (CBS News)

U.S. markets fell for a third consecutive day amid fears of an economic slump. But experts say investors shouldn't panic — here's why.

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Stock market today: Plunge worries investors, but experts say don't ... (WLS-TV)

A large stock market drop on the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and markets globally rattled many investors Monday morning. But experts say don't panic.

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What caused the global stock market meltdown (Vox)

Global stocks plunged over the weekend amid fears that the US economy is faltering, and Monday, all three major US stock indexes were down significantly. The ...

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Why the stock market is plunging — and what it means politically (Politico)

Global stock markets are being slammed over worries about the health of the U.S. economy, adding yet more drama to an election cycle that has seen no ...

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S&P 500 futures bounce after index posts worst day in nearly two ... (CNBC)

S&P 500 futures bounced in overnight trading after the broad index notched its worst day in nearly two years as global markets sold off.

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Global Stock Markets Fall Sharply Amid Fears of Slowing U.S. Growth (The New York Times)

A rout that began in Asia continued in Europe, and U.S. stocks fell sharply. Some investors said the sell-off was an overdue pullback.

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Stock Market Today: Japan's Nikkei Opens 10% Higher, Dow, S&P ... (The Wall Street Journal)

U.S. stock futures were climbing and some markets in Asia opened higher after a sharp global selloff Monday. The Nikkei 225 jumped in Tokyo early Tuesday, a day ...

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Get ready for a long and messy August in the stock markets (The Guardian)

Complacency from the US and Japan has fed the turmoil, but a gentle-ish landing is still on the cards.

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Japan stocks rebound 9% after historic losses; other Asia markets ... (CNBC)

The rebound follows a sharp sell-off in the U.S. with the Dow and the S&P 500 notching their worst sessions since September 2022.

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Japan stocks rebound sharply after worst rout in history in boost to ... (CNNMoney)

Japanese shares soared in early trading on Tuesday, clawing back most of their record losses from the previous day and underpinning a regional rally.

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Share market chaos explained: what's behind the stock meltdown ... (The Guardian)

Share markets around the world saw huge falls on Monday – with Japan's Nikkei sinking by 12% – after questions over the health of the US economy.

Opinion | The Stock Market Dropped, but Don't Freak Out (The New York Times)

So loading up on stocks when the market is breaking records and then dumping them when something bad happens is not the road to riches. Yet that's exactly what ...

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Japanese stocks soar after massive sell-off shook global markets (The Guardian)

Japan's Nikkei 225 index closes more than 10% up with other Asia markets rebounding on Tuesday.

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Why has the Japanese stock market been on a roller coaster ride? (The Washington Post)

The chaos in global financial markets this week has sparked turmoil in Asia, the United States and elsewhere. But Japan, the world's fourth-largest economy, is ...

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Global markets jittery after sharp share price falls (BBC News)

UK and European stock markets are subdued despite a rebound on Japan's Nikkei index.

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