Alan Kohler

Stephen Koukoulas

An old proverb says: "a picture paints a thousand words" and in this book, the pictures are the charts. Our World in Charts has over 150 charts that depict a range of economic, market and social issues. There is a lot of information in each chart and each tells a story which authors Alan Kohler and Stephen Koukoulas explain. Charts give context. An annual budget deficit of $30 billion sounds a lot, but relative to the size of the economy in 2017 it's about the average of the last 40 years. A chart can show this. Ask a good economist, "how are you today?" and they should answer, "relative to what?" Charts show how the economy or markets are today relative to the past.

Our World in Charts

A practical, easy-to-follow guide to understanding and responding to Australian economic trends How does the fall in the Dow Jones or the rise in the Chinese yuan impact your personal finances? Using practical and real-world examples, Myth-busting Economics helps you make informed decisions for yourself and your business. Written by a leading economist, this frank, fact-filled, no-nonsense guide provides special insights into the Australian economy in Asia, commodity prices, housing affordability, the impact of an aging population on the economy, and much more. This book outlines the themes that people of all ages, incomes, and levels of wealth need to consider in the context of their personal finances. You'll get a better understanding of the key issues and find out how to fully prepare for the uncertainties lurking beneath the surface and you'll learn how to take advantage of emerging opportunities. Economics dominates the news, but figuring out what is really important is no easy task. At last, this myth-busting book clears the air and gives you the facts you really need to be ready for the future. Learn what the economy means to you, your family, and your business Prepare for the coming economic trends now Understand what drives business through inevitable ups and downs Get a firm grasp on the major economic issues that impact your finances Our lives are inexorably linked to the economy, but few Australians credit just how much economic trends affect their financial growth and security. Myth-busting Economics closes the gap in financial literacy and provides clarification and expert insight to help you navigate the road ahead.

Stephen Koukoulas

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