The History of the Stock Market

The center of our nation's economy revolves around Wall Street in New York City. It is safe to say that about every large corporation in the United States and throughout the world is involved in trading in a stock exchange. The stock market is a true gamble but is a crucial aspect of our everyday life. Even though society does not realize it but the stock market does affect you. It affects daily routines, spending, income, savings, investing, buying, selling and much more. This website was made to inform of downfalls in the stock market hopefully making the average investor aware of what is at jeopardy. Two of the most important events in the history of the stock market are "Black Tuesday" and "Black Thursday" and the Stock Market Crash of 2008. These events have affected our society to this day. Click on the links below to learn more about these drastic times.