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Financial World in Crisis: Is Now Really a Good Time To Invest?

This week has seen the financial world thrown into crisis. Across the pond, it has been revealed that the USA are facing the biggest spending cuts since the 1950s and an incomprehensible debt ceiling
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The Global Financial Markets are currently facing a period of uncertainty this week due to circumstances on both sides of the pond. The USA faces the biggest spending cuts since the 1950s and a debt ceiling of $16.7tn, whilst Greece has accepted its second bail out in a year, worth £93.6 million.

Amongst the general population there is understandable anxiety and uncertainty within the financial world: the amount of money placed in investment funds by savers has fallen by up to 90% in recent months, with 58% of people admitting to having lost faith in the stock market. 44% plan to never invest in stocks again, revealing investor’s unease in the market.

Despite common misconceptions, the global events and uncertain financial markets could open up opportunities for savvy British investors. Recent analysis estimates have shown that the spread betting industry generates annual revenues of around £300m, with the volatile markets providing opportunities for the 85,000 people who spread bet, as well as opening up opportunities for 18,000 new traders every year.

. Introduction:

This week sees the global financial market in crisis. Across the pond, the US is facing its biggest spending cuts since the 1950s and closer to home, Greece has been forced to accept a second bailout in the space of a year. With unstable financial markets across the world, many investors will be feeling anxious right now. However, the current economic climate could provide new opportunities for the savvy investor.

So, with the world seemingly on the brink of financial crisis, what does this mean for British investors?

Joining us to explain exactly what impact this will have on the UK and also how investors can make the best of a bad situation, is market analyst, Angus Campbell.

. Suggested Questions:

What does the research reveal about the financial climate in our area?

What effects have the recent global events and instability had on the stock market?

Does volatility ever create opportunity?

What exactly is the difference between spread betting and investment?

How can people make the best out of the current economic climate?

Where can we find out more information?