Causes of an economic crisis
Since most economic crises are unexpected, it is usually difficult to determine the exact cause of the crisis. However, there are a number of situations that provide the setting for an economic. It is important to note that the presence of these conditions does not automatically lead to an economic crisis. An economy is a very complex system, and for such a system to dysfunction, the conditions have to be persistent over a long period of time. Here are some of the causes of an economic crisis:
Uncertainty
When participants in a market are uncertain about issues such as the expected value of stocks and securities, then they are unlikely to trade in the same manner that they used to. Investors will shy away from the particular market, resulting in cash flow problems as well as reduced trading. The reasons for uncertainty range quite widely, from political instability to change in government policy. Uncertainty is presumed to be one of the most prolific contributors to economic crises all over the world.
Fraud
When the there is rampant mismanagement of funds, both in the public sector and in the private sector, an economy loses a lot of money, leading to cash flow problems. Furthermore, investors lose confidence in that economy because they are not assured of returns for their investments. Investors therefore withdraw their investments and chose to invest elsewhere. When this occurs, then an economic crisis is imminent.
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