Correction time?
Stock markets have hit a rough patch, but periodic corrections are healthy and shares are still a long way from the peak in the investment cycle
THE last few weeks have seen the investment scene hit another rough patch: US shares have had a fall of less than 2 per cent, but for Japanese shares it was 4 per cent, Australian shares 6 per cent, eurozone shares 7 per cent, and Chinese shares 9 per cent. This note takes a look at the key drivers, whether it's a correction or something more serious, and some of the key threats and risks investors should keep an eye on.
Wobble drivers
Several factors have contributed to the recent wobble.