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Sectors of the Economy
Describes the various sectors of the economy, such as manufacturing, housing or retailing. Which ones are more important in driving economic growth.
Small Businesses
The importance and a definition of small businesses.
Small Business Grants
Small business grants are available from the government. Is it worth applying for government grants for small businesses?
Small Business Loans
Loans to small businesses keep the economy functioning. Many small businesses require government guarantees to get loans.
How Does Real Estate Affect the U.S. Economy?
What is real estate, and how much does it contribute to the economy?
Commercial Real Estate Loan Defaults
The first signs of decline in residential real estate occurred in 2006. Three years later, commercial real estate started feeling the effects. Commercial real estate defaults affected small banks more, because they had invested more in local shopping centers, apartment complexes and hotels.
Exports
Exports are a portion of GDP.
Durable Goods Orders Report
Why the durable goods orders report is the most important economic indicator.
What Is Retailing?
Why retailing important to the economy.
Retail Sales Statistics
Why retailing important to the economy.
What Are the Components of GDP?
Find out what exactly is measured in GDP.