Macroeconomics

Learn the basics of economics and keep up to date on our ever-changing economy

Whether you’re studying economics in high school or college, or you’re just interested in taking a peek into the complexities of how money moves, Economics For Dummies is the go-to reference that transforms complex economic concepts into easy-to-understand reading. With the simple explanations in this book, you’ll master key topics like supply and demand, consumer behavior, and how governments and central banks attempt to avoid―or at least ameliorate―business downturns and recessions. Plus, you’ll learn what’s going on these days with inflation, interest rates, labor shortages, and the Federal Reserve. Studying for an exam? This Dummies guide has your back, with online practice and chapter quizzes to help you get the score you need. It’s time to recon econ, the Dummies way.

• Get a grasp on the unchanging fundamentals of economics
• Dive into behavioral economics and consumer decision making
• Learn what drives economic growth and inequality
• Solidify your knowledge with practice questions and quizzes

Economics For Dummies is an approachable reference book for students, as well as an informative guide for anyone interested in learning more about today’s economy.

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An accessible and engaging introduction to the big picture of UK and international economics

Are you studying macroeconomics, but don’t know inflation from stagflation? Have no fear! This easy-to-understand guide, written specifically for the UK market, is packed with real-world examples and cases that easily illustrate the key concepts you’ll need to know to fully grasp macroeconomics and ace your exams. Taking a fun, step-by-step approach to the topic, this great guide provides an engaging introduction to macroeconomics and then delves into more specific topics, such as business cycles, inflation, unemployment, domestic output, monetary policy, and much more.

When it comes to the interaction of politics, business decisions, consumer actions, and monetary policy, the study of economics is international in scope. That means you must understand not just the economies of nations, but also the interrelatedness of national economies throughout the world. This easy, accessible guide will help you:

• Find out how many different financial, business, consumer, and political factors interact to create the overall economic reality of nations
• Understand business cycles, economic growth, and fiscal and monetary policies
• Study the relationships of various economic indicators, such as inflation, unemployment, and domestic output
• Gain a solid understanding of macroeconomics by building on microeconomic principles and using real-world examples

If you’re struggling with your economics course or you need to get up to speed on the topic of macroeconomics quickly, Macroeconomics For Dummies has you covered!

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