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US Meltdown - USA

200819 minPG

Synopsis

In just three weeks, Americans will vote to decide who will inherit a broken economy amid a financial meltdown that has left markets highly unstable.

Deep Dive

Why Watch

  • See how Wall Street traders cope with financial panic.
  • Find out why the banking sector failed to prevent the crisis.
  • Meet economist Robert Brusa discussing market regulations.
  • Discover the emotional impact of the financial meltdown.

Did You Know

  • The New York Stock Exchange experienced one of its worst weeks in history during the crisis.
  • Ted Wiseberg has been a Wall Street trader for 40 years.
  • The financial meltdown began with a flood of cheap money several years prior to 2008.
  • Economist Robert Brusa stated that regulators were like guards who failed to watch the back gate.

Perfect For

Financial market enthusiastsHistory buffsEconomic policy studentsWall Street professionals
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Frequently Asked Questions

What caused the financial disaster in New York City in 2008?

The financial disaster was caused by a flood of cheap money, unsecured loans, and wild risks taken by financial dealers.

How long had Ted Wiseberg been working on Wall Street?

Ted Wiseberg had been working on Wall Street for 40 years.

What was the state of the New York Stock Exchange during the financial crisis?

The New York Stock Exchange was reeling after one of its worst weeks in history.

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