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Demand

An explanation of the components of demand in the U.S. economy, including both domestic and international demand.
A Primer on the Role of Demand in the U.S. Economy
Definition of demand. Why America is the world's best customer, and how that might change.
How Demand and Supply Work Together
How demand and supply work together in a healthy economy.
What the Consumer is Specifically Demanding
What is in demand in the U.S. economy.
High Demand Can Create Inflation
If demand is too strong, it can lead to higher prices and inflation. Find out the answers to some frequently asked questions about inflation, how it affects you, and what the government is doing to prevent it.
Domestic Demand for Consumer Products Has Created a Trade Deficit
The U.S. demand for consumer goods and cheap oil has created a trade deficit. Find out how large the deficit is, what the components are, and who the major trading partners are. Learn what negative impact an ongoing trade deficit could have on the U.S. economy and your way of life.

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