Economists say there will always be a certain amount of unemployment in any economy, and this cannot be avoided. However, too much unemployment can be highly detrimental to an economy. Unemployment’s harmful effects are felt by individuals, society as a whole and by...
The economy has been a worry for many people lately. Much of this has to do with rising inflation and the negative effects it is having on everyday people. This has made many people curious about the economic theories which attempt to explain what causes inflation....
It seems like just about everybody has been talking about inflation as of late. The sudden increase in inflation has resulted in hardships for many everyday people in the form of rising prices for goods and services and higher costs of living overall. This is why...
When making financial and investment decisions it is best to understand the economic context in which you are operating. If you live in a more highly developed country, such as the U.S., you should understand that much of the nation’s economy is actually what is known...
There are various systems and institutions which keep the U.S. economy operating while minimizing systemic turmoil. This is necessary in an unpredictable world with many factors affecting financial markets and economic realities of everyday people. One of these...
Those who pay any attention to financial markets and the economy will often hear about inflation. There is often a certain amount of fear associated with too much inflation. Other times you may hear about not enough inflation in the economy. However, many people do...