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The Biggest Industries In Iowa

The agricultural economy of Iowa transitioned to a diversified economy of green-energy production, biotechnology, information technology, financial services, processing, and manufacturing.   

January 16, 2020 14:33

The Biggest Industries In Indiana

The energy sector, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, mining, transportation, etc., are some of the biggest industries in Indiana.

January 15, 2020 08:52

What Is A Numismatist?

Numismatics is the collection and study of currencies, including paper money, tokens, and coins, among other related objects.

January 14, 2020 12:11

What Is GDP?

International metrics like GDP are used to measure the health of a country's economy.

January 13, 2020 09:57

What Is Free Trade?

Free trade is a theoretical policy in which governments impose no taxes, tariffs, duties, or quarters on imports and exports.

January 10, 2020 07:19

What Is A Government Shutdown?

The US legislative branch is responsible for agreeing on federal budget priorities, but in some cases, members disagree..

January 10, 2020 06:38

The World Hummus Market Is Booming

Worldwide hummus producers have overcome transportation and refrigeration difficulties to expand their production overtime.

January 10, 2020 03:53

What Is Fair Trade?

Fair trade is a movement that advocates for fair prices for farmers, workers, and companies who grow and manufacture food products.

January 10, 2020 03:26

What Is Discretionary Spending?

Discretionary spending is part of the federal government spending implemented each year through an appropriation bill by Congress.

January 9, 2020 00:40

The 'Tequila Effect'

The Mexican Peso Crisis revealed major weaknesses in Southern American countries' currencies.

January 8, 2020 09:47

The Mexican Peso Crisis

The value of the Mexican peso tanked relative to the US dollar in 1994 after the government unexpectedly devalued the currency instigating capital flight.

January 8, 2020 09:02

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