While much of finance deals with micro issues–e.g., financial performance of a specific firm, profitable investment projects for a company, what level of debt is reasonable, etc.–, it is i

finance discussion question

Discussion 2

While much of finance deals with micro issues–e.g., financial performance of a specific firm, profitable investment projects for a company, what level of debt is reasonable, etc.–, it is important to remember that macroeonomic factors significantly impact firms. These macroeconomic factors include the state of the economy, level of interest rates, monetary policy, international capital flows, term structure of interest rates, etc.
This week we will discuss the state of the macroeconomy and its impact on the firm. Your task is threefold:
1. to find and discuss quantitative information concerning the economy–for example, term structure of interest rates, GDP growth, inflation, etc.
2. to read and summarize two authoritative opinions on the state of the economy or monetary policy
3. to use the information you gather to give your informed opinion of how the macroeconomy might impact firm behavior today.
In this week’s instructional materials, there are a number of sources of information that you might consider using for this discussion post. Remember to cite all sources.

Discussion Rubric
8 points
The posting develops a strong central point. The idea, or thesis is clearly defined and supported by concrete substantial and relevant evidence. The posting clearly depicts that the student researched the assigned topic and can synthesized information from their additional resources.
4 points
Postings are frequent and substantive, with at least one (1) initial post and (2) or more subsequent postings to other students comments. Students are also expected to thoroughly read what others have written.
3 points
The posting is well organized in paragraphs that are unified, coherent, and effective, with transitions between ideas. The sentences are correctly constructed, logical and complete.
Requirements: as long as needed