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Unit 4 Macro: Natural Disasters and their Economic Impact

From tsunamis to tornadoes, from droughts to floods, 2011 was a particularly nasty year for natural disasters in many parts of the world. These natural disasters inevitably have demand and supply side effects affecting not just those countries affected but … Continue reading

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A look at economic developments around the globe

A look at economic developments around the globe A look at economic developments and activity in major stock markets around the world Monday: —— BUDAPEST, Hungary — Credit ratings agency Moody’s downgraded Hungary’s government bonds by two notches, citing worries … Continue reading

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US study shows biofuel economic benefits

US study shows biofuel economic benefits IF biofuel production technology advances and petroleum prices continue to rise as projected, the renewable fuel standard (RFS2) could benefit the U.S. economy, according to a new report released by the U.S. Department of … Continue reading

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Forget a 2011 Dip, Try 2021 Economic Armageddon

Forget a 2011 Dip, Try 2021 Economic Armageddon Right now it’s in China’s best interest to support its tremendous amount of dollar assets, but that won’t always be the case. Read more on CNBC via Yahoo! Finance

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