What's to Blame for the Recent Turbulence in Stocks?

What's to Blame for the Recent Turbulence in Stocks?

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the market's reaction to China's decision not to accept certain bonds, causing a drop in the S&P 500. European markets, particularly Greece, faced significant challenges due to political uncertainties. The US market showed resilience despite global issues, with energy stocks in the Russell 2000 showing a notable rally. Concerns about oil prices and their impact on US and Canadian markets are highlighted.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What factors contributed to the S&P 500 dropping about 1.3% in the first hour?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How did the situation in Greece affect the markets according to the text?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What concerns were raised regarding the new president nominated in Greece?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

4.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What was the performance of small cap energy stocks in the Russell 2000?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What implications does the oil market have for US investors compared to the situation in China?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF