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Macroeconomics For Dummies, U.S. Edition 2nd Edition
Author(s): Daniel Richards (Author), Manzur Rashid (Author), Peter Antonioni (Author)
- Publisher: For Dummies
- Publication Date: Aug. 4 2026
- Edition: 2nd
- Language: English
- Print length: 384 pages
- ISBN-10: 1394412282
- ISBN-13: 9781394412280
Book Description
Master the big picture of economics with clear explanations
Macroeconomics For Dummies, 2nd U.S. Edition brings the world of economic theory down to earth with accessible explanations that anyone can follow. This comprehensive guide tackles the intimidating subject of macroeconomics – the study of entire economies – and breaks it down into digestible, practical lessons that show how economic forces shape your daily life.
This guide delivers real-world insights into inflation, unemployment, economic growth, and monetary policy. It also covers topics such as pandemic economics, international trade impacts, labor force dynamics (including immigration), and the macroeconomic implications of artificial intelligence.
You’ll find:
- Information on pandemic economics that explains how global health crises reshape entire economic systems
- Comprehensive coverage of international trade and its effects on national economies
- In-depth analysis of long-run labor force trends
- A discussion on artificial intelligence and its macroeconomic implications
- Easy-to-follow explorations of the sustainability of national debt and how federal deficit management works
If you’re a business or finance student taking a required macroeconomics course, a professional trying to understand economic trends that affect your industry, or just curious about the forces that drive prosperity and recession, this easy-to-read guide transforms intimidating economic theory into hands-on knowledge that’s fun to learn and that you can actually use.
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From the Back Cover
Make sense of the big economic picture
Macroeconomics affects your paycheck, your savings, and your future―every single day. This easy-to-follow guide breaks down the study of economic issues as a whole, covering everything from GDP and interest rates to financial crises and government policy. You’ll learn concepts that once seemed reserved for experts, with explanations that actually make sense. Whether you’re a student looking to ace your coursework or just curious about how the economic world works, this guide has you covered.
Inside…
- Foundations of macroeconomic theory
- Inflation and unemployment explained
- Economic growth and business cycles
- The role of government policy
- International trade impacts
- The national debt debate
- Pandemic economics
- AI’s effect on the economy
About the Author
Daniel Richards, PhD, is a Professor of Economics at Tufts University who has taught at institutions including MIT’s Sloan School and served as a consultant to the Federal Trade Commission.
Manzur Rashid, PhD, has taught economics at University College London and Cambridge University.
Peter Antonioni, PhD, is a Lecturer at University College London.
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