It seems to be a tough question for many of us. In fact, I believe none of us would have a exact answer. Even experts and experienced economists have conflicting views as to how long the economic downturn would last. But I would like to hear some speculations.
Personally, I believe in the cyclic motion in economics. Every few years, the direction of the market would turn. Last few years had seen some great economic booms and this downturn seems too natural to happen, though too early and unexpected. My view would be a few years before it rebound back to upward direction. 2015?
i think the present situation will last for a short time because after this year investors will invest with and also the the entire market will be see a focused attitude towards the market growth and yes these situation according to me should arise because if such situation doesn't arises then the market will never grow
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Well, nothing last forever CyberBuddy. This crisis won't last forever. Anyways, according the news and the support from the EU and the probability of the IB support as well in the USA and the rising markets in Asia, it may last for a couple of months.
Lucky me I haven't invest yet in the USA markets. Even though the markets in the middle east are going down.
Good luck everyone
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I think the US should start seeing some gains late 2009. However, this is of course dependent on whether or not governments (both US and Internationally) make the situation worse...
It will last a few years if all the problems get sorted. Looks more like we are just going to make the same mistakes over again..
What same mistakes ??The cureent so called crisis will end quicker if the media were to be gagged and stopped from fuelling the panic people seem to be getting worked up to becomming.It is all scare mongering. Let the wheelers and dealewr sort themselves out and the banks take a step back to doing good oldfashioned approaches to their industry. Wjat do most people care about a companies share value going down, if the company is still making money and providing jobs
I feel that the downturn is more of a mental phenomenon than anything else. Once we start buying things, I am not saying luxuries. I am talking about the middle class. One they start buying what is needed or required; demand will gradually pick up.
Moreover, I feel the downturn can be tackled if there is more of Government spending on infrastructure building .
It will recover, it is pretty much fortune telling to be able to call when. It depends on so many things, and there are many situations which can prolong this for another year or two.
