Macroeconomics

Study of economy-wide phenomena including GDP, inflation, unemployment, and monetary policy.

5 terms

Gross Domestic Product

(GDP)

The total monetary value of all finished goods and services produced within a country's borders in a specific time period.

Beginner Global

Inflation

The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, eroding purchasing power.

Beginner Global

Monetary Policy

The process by which a central bank controls the money supply and interest rates to achieve macroeconomic objectives.

Intermediate Global

Fiscal Policy

Government policy regarding taxation and spending to influence economic conditions.

Intermediate Global

Recession

A significant decline in economic activity spread across the economy, lasting more than a few months, typically visible in GDP, income, employment, and production.

Beginner Global