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LARGEST STOCK MARKET CRASHES

The largest stock market crashes in history have occurred during periods of economic turmoil, financial crises, or significant market corrections. Here are some of the most notable stock market crashes and their respective timeframes:

5. COVID-19 Pandemic Crash (2020)

February-March 2020

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VSS Indicator - Importance of Stock Market

1. The Wall Street Crash of 1929                      (Great Crash)

October 29, 1929 (Black Tuesday)

Cause :  Speculative bubble in the stock market, excessive borrowing, and economic imbalances

Impact : The stock market lost about 90% of its value over a few days. This event marked the beginning of the Great Depression, a severe worldwide economic depression

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VSS Indicator - Importance of Stock Market

 2. Black Monday (1987)

3. Dot-com Bubble Burst (Early 2000s)

Early 2000s

Cause : Speculative frenzy in internet-related stocks, followed by a realization that many of these companies were overvalued and unprofitable

Impact : Many technology-related stocks experienced significant declines. The Nasdaq Composite Index, heavily weighted toward tech companies, lost about 78% of its value from its peak in 2000 to its trough in 2002.

4. Global Financial Crisis (2007-2008)

October 29, 1929The crisis began in 2007 and culminated in a severe market decline in 2008

Cause :  Speculative frenzy in internet-related stocks, followed by a realization that many of these companies were overvalued and unprofitable

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VSS Indicator - Importance of Stock Market

Cause : The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic led to widespread uncertainty and concerns about its economic impact

Impact : Stock markets experienced rapid and steep declines in February and March 2020. Many indices entered bear market territory (a decline of 20% or more from recent highs). Massive government stimulus and monetary policy measures helped stabilize markets, and a strong rebound followed

October 19, 1987

Cause :  Concerns about overvaluation, automated trading, and a lack of trading curbs

Impact : Many technology-related stocks experienced significant declines. The Nasdaq Composite Index, heavily weighted toward tech companies, lost about 78% of its value from its peak in 2000 to its trough in 2002

Impact : The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) fell by over 22% in a single day, the largest one-day percentage loss in history. However, the market recovered relatively quickly

6. Other Crashes:
There have been numerous other stock market crashes and corrections throughout history, often linked to economic crises, geopolitical events, or financial imbalances

IMPORTANT NOTE :  stock market crashes are difficult to predict precisely, and their causes can vary widely. While they can result in significant short-term losses for investors, markets have historically recovered and continued to grow over the long term. Diversification, risk management, and a long-term investment strategy are essential for investors to navigate periods of market volatility and uncertainty

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