ISU experts say the recent volatility of the stock markets has various explanations.
Cynthia Campbell, associate professor of finance, said the federal antitrust case against Microsoft has caused many experts to be cautious about technology stocks. People are waiting to see if the government will bust up more firms. Right now, there is a higher interest rate, which makes stocks less valuable. Stockholders are gaining interest, and for others, this makes the stocks less attractive. People are nervous and are waiting to see how technical stocks will grow, in regards to smaller corporations.