NASDAQ curse? Wall Street troubles might chill California's economy
Briefly

Recent volatility in the stock market, fueled by potential trade wars and inflation concerns, is causing anxiety among investors and raising fears of a possible recession. This article analyzes the correlation between fluctuations in the NASDAQ composite index and California's unemployment rate over the past 47 years. Despite a current 7% year-over-year gain in the NASDAQ, the growth is slowing and could signal economic troubles ahead. Historical data shows that declines in the NASDAQ typically lead to increased unemployment, suggesting that ongoing stock market weakness could harm California's economy.
The recent stock market turmoil has investors worried, raising concerns about a potential recession and its impact on California's otherwise healthy economy.
Over the past 47 years, an analysis of stock price trends and California's unemployment rates reveals that prolonged declines in the NASDAQ correlate with rising unemployment.
Read at The Mercury News
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