What Is a Recession? Why Markets Drop and Opportunities Rise
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What is a recession — and why it matters. This could be a market crash — or an opportunity. A recession is a period of declining economic activity. The rule of thumb is two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth. But it's not just GDP — it's jobs, spending, and business investment all slowing down at once. When a recession hits, markets drop. But it also creates opportunities for those who understand the cycle. Watch the data, not the headlines. This is what we teach in Module 6.1 — Macro Indicators and Sentiment. https://youtu.be/LnayHWPF-Wc
Key Takeaways
A recession is a period of declining economic activity
The rule of thumb is two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth
It affects jobs, spending, and business investment
Recessions create market drops — and opportunities
Watch the data, not the headlines
This is what we teach in Module 6.1 — Macro Indicators and Sentiment
Get the full breakdown and the complete Larke Cycle framework.
For educational purposes only. Not financial advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Trading involves risk. Consult a qualified financial adviser before making investment decisions.
I'm Russell Larke — BA (Hons) Business Management, currently completing an MSc in Systems Thinking in Practice, with plans to pursue a doctorate. I've run an environmental consultancy as Managing Director and have traded financial markets for years. I teach the Larke Cycle — a testable framework for understanding market structure beyond chartism. Regards, Russell Larke BA (Hons) Business Management | MSc Candidate (Systems Thinking) Beyond the Chart
What Is a Recession? Why Markets Drop and Opportunities Rise
What is a recession — and why it matters. This could be a market crash — or an opportunity. A recession is a period of declining economic activity. The rule of thumb is two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth. But it's not just GDP — it's jobs, spending, and business investment all slowing down at once. When a recession hits, markets drop. But it also creates opportunities for those who understand the cycle. Watch the data, not the headlines. This is what we teach in Module 6.1 — Macro Indicators and Sentiment. https://youtu.be/LnayHWPF-Wc
Key Takeaways
Get the full breakdown and the complete Larke Cycle framework.
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For educational purposes only. Not financial advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Trading involves risk. Consult a qualified financial adviser before making investment decisions.
I'm Russell Larke — BA (Hons) Business Management, currently completing an MSc in Systems Thinking in Practice, with plans to pursue a doctorate. I've run an environmental consultancy as Managing Director and have traded financial markets for years. I teach the Larke Cycle — a testable framework for understanding market structure beyond chartism. Regards, Russell Larke BA (Hons) Business Management | MSc Candidate (Systems Thinking) Beyond the Chart