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Economic Integration: Definition, Benefits, and Real-World Examples

By Itho February 26, 2010

[ad_1] What Is Economic Integration? Economic integration is an arrangement among nations that typically includes the reduction or elimination of trade barriers and the coordination of monetary and fiscal policies.…

S&P Capital IQ Definition, Products and Services

By Itho February 26, 2010

[ad_1] S&P Capital IQ is the research division of S&P Global, one of the world's largest providers of ratings, data, research, and the S&P Dow Jones Indices. S&P Capital IQ provides…

What Is a Closed Economy and Why Are There None Today?

By Itho February 25, 2010

[ad_1] What Is a Closed Economy? A closed economy typically refers to a country that does not trade or engage in other financial exchanges with any other country. That means no…

Crude Oil: Definition, Importance for Investors, and Market Impact

By Itho December 9, 2009

[ad_1] What Is Crude Oil? Crude oil is a naturally occurring liquid made from hydrocarbons and organic materials, formed from ancient plants and animals. These organisms were covered by…

What Is Consumer Discretionary? Definition in Economic Indicators

By Itho October 4, 2009

[ad_1] What Is Consumer Discretionary? Consumer discretionary is a term that describes goods and services that consumers consider non-essential but desirable if their available income is sufficient to purchase them.…

Understanding Dollarization: Definition, Key Impacts, and Real-World Examples

By Itho August 27, 2009

[ad_1] By The Investopedia Team Full Bio Investopedia contributors come from a range of backgrounds, and over 25 years there have been thousands of expert writers and editors who…