Global Economic Issues and Policies: Edition 4

Now in its fourth edition, Global Economic Issues and Policies reflects continuing changes in the world economy and in the analysis of international economics. Chapter introductions, pedagogy and data have all been thoroughly updated throughout, including the addition of a new ‘Issues & Policies Notebook’ feature. Key topics for expansion and revision include:

• Evolution of Comparative Advantage
• Import Quotas and Subsidies
• Services in Regional and Multilateral Trade Agreements
• Balance of Payments Accounting
• Unconventional Central Bank Policies
• Territorial versus Worldwide Taxation and "Tax Inversions"
• The role of Foreign Exchange Markets and Exchange-Rate Arrangements
• Public Policy Issues in International Money and Finance

The text is suitable for any introductory module in international economics and business, whether taught as part of an economics, business or international studies program. It is also the ideal MBA level introduction to the global economy.