By Alex Fitzpatrick and Heather Jones
The Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeted more than 1,000 points Monday morning, taking millions of Americans’ 401(k) plans down with it. While stocks regained some of their lost ground by Monday afternoon, continued uncertainty over factors as far-ranging as China’s economy to global commodity prices could continue to wreak havoc on the markets for the rest of the week and beyond.
How can an economic slowdown in China take money out of your pocket? Check out the TIME infographic below to learn more:
The Most Beautifully Designed Currencies from Around the World
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