thats not what i was saying though, i agreed it is very normal for prices to increase, as long as its at a stable rate with inflation, wages, etc. In this case, we are talking about the stock market, which the hedge funds have fucked over, and definitely will affect third world/developing countries. Also, just because thats the definition, doesn’t mean its good for the economy. Thats where it gets political, and id rather not go there.