Economics for Managers ECO 6301 Unit II This unit’s readings include information on pricing. You are introduced to the shutdown price, using elasticity to determine the effects of price changes, and cost-based pricing. Discuss the importance of considering elasticity in pricing decisions and the danger of relying solely on costs. Your initial post should be […]

Politicians often warn about problems associated with the U.S. trade deficit. For this discussion, cordially debate whether the U.S. should be concerned about the trade deficit. For your initial post, first discuss how the balance of payments can influence exchange rates and purchasing power. Then take a position either for or against trade deficits. In […]

For this discussion forum, you may choose to use Walmart as an example or select a new company, as long as you address the following prompts. Discuss how comparative analysis, trade restrictions, tariffs, and exchange rates of your chosen company will impact the decision to expand. You need to take these macroeconomic concepts and apply […]

What helps economists forecast the economy? Imagine you are presenting the index of leading indicators concept to a small group of newly hired analysts. In a minimum of 200 words, with at least two scholarly and credible resources, Discuss the index of the leading indicators. Is the Phillips curve a helpful predictor? Why or why […]