101 Things Everyone Should Know About Economics: From Securities and Derivatives to Interest Rates and Hedge Funds, the Basics of Economics and What They Mean for You
Economics, demystified!From the collapse of housing prices to the thousand-point drops in the stock market, the past five years have been full of economic crises. These changes not only affect the overall market--they can also drastically influence your personal finances and day-to-day life. In this easy-to-understand guide, Peter Sander explains how the financial system works, as well as the most important concepts, terms, and programs in economics. Using simple language, he details how the evolving climate will affect world economies--and what kind of shifts you are going to see in your finances as a result.In this updated edition, Sander also includes valuable information The housing market and what it may do in the futureThe impact of Obamacare on the economyThe scope of the Great Recession and how the U.S. is still struggling to recoverHow to take advantage of the economy as it begins to rise againAn essential guide, 101 Things Everyone Should Know about Economics, 2nd Edition helps you fully understand today's economy and shows you how to secure your financial future even as the market changes.
Although some of the content is dry, the book is formatted to read quickly and identify the important parts of each basic principle as it applies to the average individual.
Good overview of economic terms, and generally well written. However, book structured around listing and defining vocabulary can only be so interesting...
Published in 2014. Gives a concise overview of the major concepts of macroeconomics and microeconomics. It provides the knowledge for deeper understanding of economic issues that are presented in the media. The book is a very good source for a high school class or person who has limited exposure to the concepts of economics.