Bloomberg Intelligence's 'Equity Market Minute' 9/24/2021

Gina Martin Adams discusses the impact of government shutdowns on the equity market, highlighting historical trends and specific cases from 2013 and 2018. She notes that shutdowns have become longer and more impactful on stocks, particularly affecting the financial sector. The analysis includes the influence of bond market conditions and Fed taper news. The video concludes with a summary of these insights.

What has been the trend in the duration of government shutdowns since the 1980s?

• They have become shorter.

• They have remained the same.

• They have become longer.

• They have been unpredictable.

Which year experienced the longest government shutdown on record?

• 2013

• 1980

• 2018

• 2020

What was a contributing factor to the stock market's reaction in 2013?

• A new government policy

• A major corporate scandal

• A natural disaster

• Fed taper news

Which sector is most likely to be affected by a government shutdown?

• Technology

• Healthcare

• Financial

• Consumer Goods

What other market was influenced during the government shutdowns in 2013 and 2018?

• Real estate market

• Bond market

• Cryptocurrency market

• Commodities market