Economic Shock

/ɪˈkɒnəmɪk ʃɒk/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A sudden, unexpected event that causes significant disruption to an economy, affecting markets, employment, and legal contracts.
    The pandemic triggered an economic shock that led to widespread contract renegotiations.

Forms

  • economic shock
  • economic shocks

Commentary

Economic shocks often necessitate careful contract analysis for force majeure and hardship clauses in legal practice.

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