ECO 252 Project

ECO 252 Project

For this project you need to analyze and compare the main economic indicators for 2 countries.  The main indicators are listed below and you are to explain what causes each of the indicators to behave in a certain way. Please look at the pattern over a few years if you can find that information.  When you refer to statistics you need to do a reference (put it on the last page).  You will end up with at least a 5-page paper comparing and contrasting the economic variables of your two countries.  Also, I want you to find 3 different articles about any of the indicators listed below.  Read the article and then copy and paste the link onto your paper.   Also, I need you to list some of the major corporations for your country and see if you can find the stock traded on US Stock exchanges.

You must mention at least the following statistics and economic indicators:

 Country name (include geographic location, population, government structure)

GDP, GDP per person

CPI, Inflation

Standards of living, economic growth rate, productivity, investment in education and human capital

Unemployment Rate

Financial system of the country, stock market, loans availability for population

Balance of Trade, what are main exports and imports, investments in the economy

Role of central bank, exchange rate, value of money,

Largest Corporations

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6.       Belgium - Bolivia

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