The inflation barometer
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The commodity price index is a valuable economic indicator and early warning of inflation, since commodity prices are published daily. A 24% rise in the index since Sep 1992 indicates recovery has started. Inflation warnings can alert governments to tighten monetary policy.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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Leona Helmsley and the iniquitous 1980s
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Helmsley exemplifies the financial excess of the 1980s that are now looked upon with scorn. Statistics show that the richest Americans benefited the most from income tax. But despite popular sentiment, economic conditions for the middle class remained favorable.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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Whistling while they work
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Statistics and surveys show that Americans are holding jobs longer than ever and job instability is a myth. Political efforts to appease the struggling middle class and working poor may be for nothing if discontent is not based on reality.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1995
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