ECO 111 - Macroeconomics: Websites

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The World Bank provides financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. Provides numerous analyses, statistics and news on all business, cultural, economic, environmental, social, and political global issues.

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Provides links to the main U.S. Federal Statistical Agencies, state labor market statistics, and National Statistical Agencies for other countries

A directory for international business information.

An independent policy watchdog that monitors the work of the United Nations and scrutinizes global policymaking. GPF promote accountability and citizen participation in decisions on peace and security, social justice and international law. GPF analyzes deep and persistent structures of power and dissects rapidly-emerging issues and crises. GPF's work challenges mainstream thinking and questions conventional wisdom.

An independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. Publishes detailed reports on a broad range of global issues, such as the environment, education, individual industries and technologies. Key publications include the Global Competitiveness Report, the Global Risks Report and the Global Gender Gap Report.

Compares business regulations across the world; Has rankings, statistics, reports, and provides tools for comparison. Published by World Bank, a reputable source.

Each issue provides a comprehensive analysis of developments in the subject country, along with individual chapters covering key economic challenges being faced and recommendations for dealing with the challenges.