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Economists Warn Speculation Threatens Economic Growth Since 1936

8/29/2025

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  • Since 1936, economists have compared stock markets to gambling.
  • John Maynard Keynes warned that capital development may be overshadowed by speculative trading.
  • This analogy raises concerns about the impact of speculation on economic growth.