From liquidity crisis to market recovery: historical insights into global markets
I. Background
In the ever-changing financial markets, liquidity crises are like hidden currents that can sometimes create massive waves. When panic spreads and investors rush to sell off their assets, markets can descend into extreme volatility. Monday, the global markets experienced a sudden Black Monday, severely impacting stocks, digital currencies, and other asset classes. In this storm, we witnessed the fragility of the markets, but also glimpsed the hope of recovery.
Although liquidity crises present challenges, they also reveal the inherent patterns within the markets. Today, we will delve into the effects of past liquidity crises on the U.S. stock market, the Japanese stock market, and the Singapore market, and analyze how these markets recovered and continued to move forward. By studying historical cases, we can better understand the essence of market operations and gain valuable insights into future investment decisions.
So, join us as we explore how these markets have found their way forward amidst turbulence.
II. Historical Case Analysis
U.S. Stock Market
Case 1: The 2008 Financial Crisis
Event Background: On September 15, 2008, the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers triggered a global liquidity crisis, causing widespread panic in the market. The U.S. stock market experienced a sharp decline in a short period, with liquidity tightening dramatically.
Subsequent Trend: In the short term, the U.S. stock market went through severe volatility. However, it began to gradually recover in early 2009 and returned to pre-crisis levels by 2013.
Case 2: August 2011 Eurozone Debt Crisis and U.S. Credit Rating Downgrade
Event Background: The Eurozone debt crisis and the downgrade of the U.S. credit rating by Standard & Poor's led to market panic. The NASDAQ index fell by approximately 20% from late July to early August 2011. On August 8, the NASDAQ index dropped around 6.9%.
Subsequent Trend: The market experienced significant volatility, with multiple sharp declines and rebounds.
Case 3: March 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic
Event Background: The pandemic led to a reduction in global economic activity and market panic. The NASDAQ index fell by about 30% from mid-February to mid-March 2020.
Subsequent Trend: The market continued to be highly volatile but began to rebound after bottoming out on March 23.
If the stock market's rapid short-term decline is not due to an economic collapse but rather a short-term liquidity crunch, it is likely to rise again after the volatility period ends. The U.S. stock market is expected to remain strong, especially with potential interest rate cuts in the future.
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Japanese Stock Market
Case 1: 1990 Japanese Asset Bubble Burst
Event Background: In early 1990, the Japanese stock market bubble burst, leading to a severe liquidity crunch. The Nikkei index plummeted sharply in a short period.
Subsequent Trend: The Japanese stock market experienced a prolonged bear market, only beginning to steadily recover in 2003.
Case 2: 2008 Financial Crisis
Event Background: The global financial crisis triggered by the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers caused widespread panic and market crashes globally. The Nikkei index fell by approximately 50% from September 2008 to March 2009.
Subsequent Trend: Starting from March 2009, the Nikkei index gradually recovered, reaching over 12,000 points by early 2013. During this period, the market experienced multiple fluctuations but the overall trend was upward.
Case 3: 2011 Fukushima Nuclear Disaster
Event Background: The Fukushima nuclear disaster on March 11, 2011, caused market panic and a severe liquidity crunch, leading to a sharp drop in the Nikkei index.
Subsequent Trend: Over the following months, the market gradually recovered, and by the end of 2011, the Nikkei index had risen to the range of 8,500 to 9,000 points.
The same logic applies to the Japanese stock market: if there is no severe economic downturn, the market is likely to stabilize with liquidity support and rise as liquidity improves.
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Singapore Market
Case 1: 1997 Asian Financial Crisis
Event Background: In 1997, the Singapore market was impacted by the Asian Financial Crisis, leading to a liquidity crisis and significant stock market decline.
Subsequent Trend: After a period of panic selling, the Singapore stock market stabilized within a year.
Case 2: 2000 Dot-com Bubble Burst
Event Background: The dot-com bubble formed in the late 1990s and burst in early 2000, causing a steep decline in tech stocks and the overall market. The STI fell from a high of around 2,582 points in March 2000 to a low of around 1,200 points in September 2002, a drop of over 50%.
Subsequent Trend: The market experienced several rebounds and further declines but generally trended downward. After hitting a low in September 2002, the STI gradually began to recover.
Case 3: August 2015 Chinese Stock Market Crash and Global Panic
Event Background: The Chinese stock market crash and the devaluation of the yuan in August 2015 triggered global market concerns, leading to widespread panic. The STI fell by about 20% from August 2015 to early 2016.
Subsequent Trend: The market continued to be volatile from August 2015 to early 2016, with several failed rebound attempts. Starting in February 2016, the STI gradually stabilized and began to rebound, showing steady recovery after June 2016.
Except for the prolonged collapse caused by the Asian Financial Crisis, the Singapore market tends to rise after the initial shock of global liquidity downturns.
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Cryptocurrency Market
Case 1: 2018 Cryptocurrency Market Crash
Event Background: From late 2017 to early 2018, the prices of major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin plummeted, triggering a liquidity crisis.
Subsequent Trend: Despite short-term pessimism, the cryptocurrency market gradually recovered in 2019 and experienced a new bull market in 2020.
Case 2: 2021 Crackdown on Cryptocurrency Mining and Trading in China
Event Background: From May to July 2021, the Chinese government intensified its crackdown on cryptocurrency mining and trading. Several provinces shut down mining operations, and financial institutions were prohibited from providing crypto-related services.
Subsequent Trend: The market rebounded from August to November but saw profit-taking and adjustments towards the end of the year.
Case 3: November 2022 FTX Exchange Collapse
Event Background: The liquidity crisis and subsequent bankruptcy of the FTX exchange led to widespread concerns about the safety and liquidity of cryptocurrency exchanges. Bitcoin fell by approximately 30%.
Subsequent Trend: While market sentiment remained low and volatility high in the short term, the market gradually recovered in the first quarter of 2023 and continued to warm up in the second quarter.
Given the minimal relationship between cryptocurrencies and the real economy, increased liquidity will likely enhance the market's resilience.
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By reviewing the performance of markets following past liquidity crises, we can draw some important conclusions. Firstly, whether it's the U.S. stock market, the Japanese stock market, or the Singapore market, short-term liquidity crises may cause significant market volatility. However, as long as they are not accompanied by severe economic downturns, markets often recover and continue to rise over time. Additionally, central bank policies, changes in the macroeconomic environment, and market sentiment play crucial roles in the speed and extent of market recovery.
By reviewing the performance of markets following past liquidity crises, we can draw some important conclusions. Firstly, whether it's the U.S. stock market, the Japanese stock market, or the Singapore market, short-term liquidity crises may cause significant market volatility. However, as long as they are not accompanied by severe economic downturns, markets often recover and continue to rise over time. Additionally, central bank policies, changes in the macroeconomic environment, and market sentiment play crucial roles in the speed and extent of market recovery.
For investors, it is crucial to remain calm and rational during liquidity crises. Understanding the different market reactions and their underlying drivers can help investors make more informed decisions. Utilizing various financial instruments such as ETFs, options, and futures can effectively manage risk and prepare for market recovery.
In summary, while markets may experience short-term turbulence, long-term gains are achievable with sound risk management strategies and a solid understanding of market fundamentals. Finding certainty in uncertainty is the essence of the art of investing.
Disclaimer: Moomoo Technologies Inc. is providing this content for information and educational use only.
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