There were widespread fears a month ago that the terrorist attacks in the United States would throw the world's financial markets into turmoil.
Although there has been no sign of serious disorder caused by the attacks, it's still too early to conclude that better days lie ahead for equity markets.
Worries remain over global economic prospects in general and the outlook for the U.S. economy in particular.
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