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PM and the ticker factor

Article Abstract:

With the United States economy deteriorating faster than expected, there is unlikely to be any recovery in the Australian economy until the end of 2001. This causes a problem for Australian Prime Minister John Howard, who needs to choose a strategically favourable date for the forthcoming election.

Political activity, Elections, Howard, John

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The class of '87

Article Abstract:

This article examines the relationship between the US trade deficit, the level of foreign investment in the US, and the lack of savings by US consumers. The article argues that the sharp drop in the equity markets in 1987 that resulted from similar forces may produce a decline now.

Analysis, International economic relations, Savings, Balance of trade

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Warp speed slowdown

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the slowdown which has occurred in the economy of Australia during the fourth quarter of 2000. The expected slowdown by 6.5% in global trade to 5.9% in 2001 is discussed.

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