change to continue to compete in the market. The economic turmoil of 2008 and its aftereffects demonstrate
the close connection that economic markets share. The difficulties of the U.S. housing market decline
rippled across the world, with some variation in appearance, yet with similar negative effects nonetheless.
And for the European Union, the future stability of countries struggling financially depends on the decisions
of those who are more financially secure. People have also observed and been affected by the performance
of markets in one country, which can trigger celebration or despair in other countries.