The bubble debate
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The economic trends in the housing market indicate that the average price of a house increased since 2000. A compare and contrast between the housing market and the stock market is drawn, showing marked similarities such as, long-lived assets, borrowed funds, presence of market professionals (brokers), closings and settlements. Observing certain important features such as, interest rates, resale values, market conditions conclusions can be drawn that, a "housing bubble," is on the place.
Publication Name: Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys: Trends & Projections
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0196-4666
Year: 2005
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Looking at prices
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An appraisal of the prices of stocks, commodities, bonds and other securities in financial markets at the end of 2004 is presented. A review of the performances of Standard and Poor's stock indexe is also presented. The likely trends in stock markets in 2005 are forecasted.
Publication Name: Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys: Trends & Projections
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0196-4666
Year: 2004
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The year in the equity markets
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An overview of the performance of stock markets in 2004 is presented. The gains recorded by small-cap companies of US are mentioned. The trends in international stock markets are also discussed. Prospects for stock markets in 2005 are forecasted.
Publication Name: Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys: Trends & Projections
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0196-4666
Year: 2005
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