The 21st century economy - Randy Charles Epping

A comprehensive, accessible guide to understanding today's global economy, from the author of
the bestselling A Beginner's Guide to the World Economy.

While reporting on today's
world, business and mainstream media alike use terms and mention trends that even
the savviest consumer may find baffling. In his latest book, Randy Charles Epping
uses compelling narratives and insightful analogies to clearly and concisely explain
the rapidly changing way business is done in the twenty-first century, without a
single chart or graph. Epping defines key ideas and commonly used words and phrases
like carbon footprint, WTO, economy of scale, NAFTA, and outsourcing. He alsoillustrates how central banks help navigate global crises and drive the global
economy, discusses the benefits of Green Economics, shows how trade wars can be avoided,
and explains the virtual economy, where multimillion dollar transactions take place
in the blink of an eye. Complete with 89 easy-to-master tools for surviving and
thriving in the new global marketplace and an extensive glossary, The 21st Century
Economy: A Beginner's Guide is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding
the complex economy of the world in which we live.