Why risk is a four-letter word

Article Abstract:

Investors have become risk averse and have favored government bonds from large, wealthy countries, rather than stocks, while emerging markets have been hit by investors' risk aversion. There is increasing concern that a world recession could occur, so government bonds become more attractive. Leverage can boost returns but can also magnify losses. Banks have seen shrinking capital. Financial markets may have overreacted, but investors will need to be patience to take advantage of opportunities.

Analysis, Economic aspects, Risk (Economics), Financial markets

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The market at world's end

Article Abstract:

Australia has tended to be dominated by commodities and this is changing, with service sector activities becoming increasingly important. the Australian Stock Exchnage is the largest in Asia, with the exception of Japan, while the Sydney Futures Exchange ranks first in the region, and there is a high level of stock ownership among households. The Australian economy has performed well, despite the Asian economic crisis, and Sydney aims to develop as a financial center.

Australia, Financial services industry

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