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What Is an Economic Shock & Effects of Different Types

By Itho August 22, 2007

[ad_1] What Is an Economic Shock? An economic shock refers to any change to fundamental macroeconomic variables or relationships that has a substantial effect on macroeconomic outcomes and measures of…

What Is a Bloomberg Terminal (BT)? Functions, Costs, and Inexpensive Alternatives

By Itho August 21, 2007

[ad_1] The Bloomberg Terminal has been the ultimate tool for professional traders and investors for decades. Coveted by those who either can't afford it or have a boss that won't…

Economic Indicator: Definition and How to Interpret

By Itho July 3, 2007

[ad_1] What Is an Economic Indicator? An economic indicator is a piece of economic data, usually of macroeconomic scale, that is used by analysts to interpret current or future…

Baltic Dry Index: Understanding Its Impact on Global Trade

By Itho June 5, 2007

[ad_1] What Is the Baltic Dry Index (BDI)? The Baltic Dry Index (BDI), created by the London-based Baltic Exchange, is a shipping and trade index that tracks the cost…

Consumer Surplus: Definition, Measurement, and Example

By Itho May 31, 2007

[ad_1] What Is Consumer Surplus? Suppose you're able to get a deal on a smartphone for $500 when, let's face it, you'd have paid $800, given its features. The $300…

Basket of Goods: Definition, CPI Calculation, and Example

By Itho May 29, 2007

[ad_1] What Is a Basket of Goods? A basket of goods is a collection of items that represent consumer spending patterns. It is made up of a fixed set…