The following is a chart of what the February 2006 crash looked like, according to Bloomberg.com.

Source: Bloomberg.com, 2007

According to Bloomberg, this downward crash had a dramatic effect on the U.S. market as well. When one views this chart, it is no wonder that speculators are divided about the reactions of Saudi Investors. This was a devastating crash for many and it will undoubtedly have a dramatic effect on their decisions in the future. The real question is whether this indicates a reason for caution in the future, or whether it represents a good time to get some good deals.

There are many factors that the Saudis cannot control, but that have a dramatic effect on their economy and well-being. They depend on consumer demand and are limited by the amount of money that the consumer is willing to pay for their products. They are particularly sensitive to shocks...
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