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Indicator exploder: jobs and inflation

Oct 18, 2023 · 18m
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  • Explores how economic health is measured through indicators like GDP, inflation, and unemployment, revealing the government agencies and methods behind these crucial statistics
  • Examines the process of calculating the official U.S. inflation report and monthly jobs/unemployment numbers that inform major policy and investment decisions
  • Demonstrates how economic measuring sticks are created and the significant impact they have on government policy, business strategy, and personal financial choices

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