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Chaos theory holds that a small and seemingly insignificant event has the potential to cause a chain reaction of systemic proportions days or weeks later
While it’s uncertain whether the kinetic movements of a butterfly in Brazil can impact weather patterns in Texas, the theory can be used in global markets to illustrate the unpredictable nature of risk and the importance of being vigilant in monitoring across all financial markets.