Affordability of housing
The Halifax housing affordability index shows the changing burden of mortgage repayments as a percentage of disposable income – income less income tax and national insurance contributions (NICs).
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U.S. Job Losses During the Covid-19 Pandemic by Ethnicity
U.S. Job Losses During the Covid-19 Pandemic by Ethnicity Effects from the Covid-19 pandemic have been devastating and are proving to be a game-changer in the 2020 world economic setup. Indeed, the pandemic has led ...
Understanding The Economic Model of Human Behavior
Understanding The Economic Model of Human Behavior While based on traditional economics, the economic model of human behavior is conceptually challenged by the core of behavioral economics. Using this model, we can also better understand ...
What Is An Inverted Yield Curve Recession
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How Yield To Maturity Is Calculated
Calculating Yield to Maturity Yield to Maturity (YTM), also called book yield or redemption, is the hypothetical interest rate or rate of return of a bond and other fixed-rate securities. The YTM is based on the ...
Common Global Macro-Economic Indicators
Common Global Macro-Economic Indicators Global macroeconomic indicators are statistics that represent the condition of a certain country or region’s economy. There are several types of global macroeconomic indicators, each one unique in their meaning, role, ...
The Growth of Tech Sector Economic Dominance
The Growth of Tech Sector Economic Dominance The tech sector has been growing at an amazing rate over recent decades and has played a vital role in bolstering the economy of several world power countries. It ...