Wake-up call

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Stock prices have become increasingly volatile since Jan 2000, and this increases risks for investors as well as affecting bond prices. Volatility had been historically low prior to this new phase. There are uncertainties about valuations for technology stocks, and about the macroeconomic outlook. Volatility could indicate that investors are less certain about companies' ability to pay interest on debts, so companies face higher spreads over government securities. Volatility also rose prior to stock price falls in 1929 and 1987.

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Dancing in step

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Trends affecting world stockmarkets, and reasons why they affect each other, are examined in detail.

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Recovery redefined

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The Sep 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the US have devastated New York's financial district, but the markets are expected to recover. Leading financial firms have been badly hit in terms of human and economic losses.

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