The current crisis started this way, too. In February and March last year, the S&P 500 plunged nearly 34 percent as panicked investors sold shares. The market began reversing course in late March after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates to near zero and restarted programs that pumped money into financial markets.Big Wall Street investors, comforted by the Fed’s moves, barreled right back into the stock market. But alongside the whales were minnows.Frequently Asked Questions About the New Stimulus PackageHow big are the stimulus payments in the bill, and who is eligible?The stimulus payments would be $1,400 for …
