How has portfolio theory failed during this time period

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The theory of market efficiency is based on the premise that a market is considered efficient when stock prices are an actual reflection of information known about a company. Consider recent financial market failures. How has portfolio theory failed during this time period?

Provide examples where markets have not performed properly. Emphasize anomalies that may have been encountered.

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