Section 1 - Instruction

You've learned that markets are powerful economic indicators and are deeply interconnected across the globe. This practice session will help you connect these two big ideas.

Engagement Message

Ready to connect the dots between local news and global markets?

Section 2 - Practice

Type

Multiple Choice

Practice Question

Why are public markets considered "forward-looking" economic indicators?

A. They only report on past economic data. B. They react to events only after they happen. C. They reflect investors' collective expectations for the future. D. They are controlled by government economic forecasts.

Suggested Answers

  • A
  • B
  • C - Correct
  • D
Section 3 - Practice

Type

Sort Into Boxes

Practice Question

Sort these events based on whether they are more likely to be a bullish (positive) or bearish (negative) signal for the market.

Labels

  • First Box Label: Bullish Signals
  • Second Box Label: Bearish Signals

First Box Items

  • Low unemployment
  • Tech breakthrough
  • Strong GDP growth

Second Box Items

  • Rising inflation
  • Political instability
  • Unexpected rate hike
Section 4 - Practice

Type

Fill In The Blanks

Markdown With Blanks

The global market operates on a nearly 24-hour cycle. Trading starts in [[blank:Tokyo]], moves to financial centers like Hong Kong and [[blank:London]], and ends in [[blank:New York]]. This allows information and capital to flow continuously across the globe.

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