What Is a Recession? We Explain Here
A recession is what happens when there are two consecutive quarters of negative growth. Recessions generally occur when there is a widespread drop in spending.
If a recession develops into a depression its caused by a number of circumstances. Among those are the extent and quality of credit extended during the previous period of prosperity, the amount of speculation permitted, the ability of monetary and fiscal policy to reverse the downward trend, and the amount of excess productive capacity in existence.
In economics, a recession is a business cycle contraction when there is a general decline in economic activity. The business cycle describes the way an economy alternates between periods of expansion and recessions.
As an economic expansion begins, the economy sees healthy, sustainable growth. Lenders make it easier and less expensive to borrow money, encouraging consumers and businesses to load up on debt. Irrational exuberance starts to overtake asset prices.
The average recession lasts 11 months.
With more people unable to pay their bills during a recession, lenders tighten standards for mortgages, car loans and other types of financing.
You need a higher credit score or a larger down payment to qualify for a loan that would be the case during more stable economic times.
A widely cited indicator of recessions maintains that a recession is likely underway when the three-month moving average of the unemployment rate rises by at least half a percentage point relative to its lowest point in the previous 12 months.
The fact that the Sahm indicator is 0, far below its 50 basis-point threshold, provides yet another indication that the economic expansion is ongoing.
Conclusion
A recession is a multifaceted economic event that affects virtually every aspect of society. Understanding its causes, effects, and coping strategies is crucial for individuals, businesses, and policymakers alike. By being proactive in addressing the challenges posed by recessions, we can pave the way for a more resilient and adaptable economy that is better equipped to handle the uncertainties of the future.
More wealth transfer. In the decades after the war we had huge debts. However it was the norm that a family could survive on a single salary. House, car, eat well. There was a wealth divide but nothing like now. No need for benefits as not required or needed. When we had a PM the daughter of a greengrocer not an entitled Etonian the top tax rate was 83%. It worked for the country. Slowly the monied classes have infiltrated government and wrested control of legislation and taxation. Look at current cabinet! Money made to move up to them and then stashed offshore away from taxation. Now the majority of benefit claimants are in work allowing lower salaries. The monied class then donate to the party that allows it to continue. It has to change, and quick. We are being bled dry.