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On 9 March 2020, the Dow Jones, along with the other stock market indexes, registeredone of th e biggest ever falls in its history, caused by the impact and uncertainty surrounding the international spread of the coronavirus.
As a result of the situation, the authorities have responded with a wide range of monetary and fiscal stimulus packages to contain the rapid shrinking of the economy.
In contrast to 2008, debt levels on a global level are significantly higher. As a result, the current measures could put future sustainability at risk.