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How does the economy affect the stock market?
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The economy is a major factor that affects the stock market. When the economy is doing well, investors are more likely to buy stocks and when it’s doing poorly, they are less likely to invest in them. This can cause stock prices to rise or fall depending on what happens with the economy. In addition, changes in government policies, such as tax cuts or spending increases, can also have an effect on the stock market.