How has your life changed in the last year
In September it will be a year since the collapse of Wall Street giant Lehman Brothers - an event that highlighted the extent of the sub-prime mortgage crisis and sparked a collapse in share prices and investor confidence.
Many individual countries are now in recession and the world economy is flagging badly.
Wherever you are in the world, we want to hear how your life has changed.
Have you lost your job Or have you had to cut back on your spending Or maybe you have made other changes in your life. Whatever your experience is, we would like to hear from you.
Send us your stories using the form below. Please include a phone number if you are happy to be contacted by the BBC.