GDP has long been the standard barometer of economic growth or weakness. However, it does not tell you whether your economy is heading in the right direction. As technology makes over economies worldwide, will GDP be an accurate measure of growth in the future?
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After reaching a 2-year high of $1.40 in May of 2014, the euro has begun a steady march downwards as dismal economic conditions continue to plague the Eurozone countries. Meanwhile, the dollar is poised to rise as the economy here strengthens and the Fed is expected to begin raising interest rates later this year. Given
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Economic recovery from 2008’s Great Recession has been slow and tepid. The economy has not bounced back as it has after previous recessions. GDP growth has been at an anemic 2-3%, compared to the 4-5% GDP often seen during a recovery. It sank during the first quarter of 2014, likely due to the terrible winter
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