University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania: Ugandan Economy
An informative page on the history of the economy of Uganda. Information current to 1992.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Numb3 Rs: Velocity of Circulation
Based off of the hit television show NUMB3RS, this lesson simulates a closed market in which goods are bought/sold for money. After the five minute activity, students calculate the amount of money dispersion, and based off of this...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Economy of Belize
Discussion of the economy of Belize including exports, infrastructure, trade, and GDP.
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Wikipedia: Economy of Guatemala
Presents complete information on the economy of Guatemala. Check out the easy-to-read economic statistics chart.
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Wikipedia: Economy of Costa Rica
Excellent resource for studying about the economy, resources, infrastructure, exports, and jobs in Costa Rica.
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Wikipedia: Economy of Honduras
In-depth encyclopedia entry discussing the economy of Honduras.
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Wikipedia: Economy of Nicaragua
Visit this site to get information on the economy of Nicaragua which is mostly dependent on its export business.
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Wikipedia: Economy of Panama
Provides an overview of the economy of Panama along with accompanying statistics.
Rong-Chang ESL
Esl: English for Intermediate Learners (2): Crazy Housing Prices
This site, geared toward English as a Second Language students, provides "Crazy Housing Prices" as a reading exercise and audio translation. Multiple choice questions, vocabulary practice, close exercises, crosswords, closed questions,...
BBC
Bbc: Zimbabwe's Inflation Steams Ahead
Describes the extremely high inflation that is going unchecked in Zimbabwe. Hyperinflation is beginning to take control over everything in the country and causing many problems for the people. (June 2006)
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Cpi Faq: What Are Some Limitations of the Cpi?
As part of a list of frequently asked questions, this one discusses limitations of the Consumer Price Index.
PBS
Pbs Frontline World: Dying to Compete Inside Bangladesh's Garment Industry
Learn about the Bangladesh garment industry in this touching and thought provoking article.
Geographic
Photius: Tajikistan: Economy Index
Here you can find out about the current economic status of Tajikistan (as of 2007) from the CIA World Factbook. Click on the topics to gather the information.
PBS
Pbs Frontline: China in the Red
This PBS special showcases various topics concerning China in the 21st century. What are "ordinary Chinese" like? Will the country embrace democracy sooner or later? These discussions and more are available at this site. In addition,...
Other
My Money
This Federal Government website provides consumers with many resources and much information to help them to manage their money better. Topics include budgeting, taxes, saving, investing, retirement planning, credit, and checking...
The World Bank
World Bank: The Private Sector and Power Generation in China
A paper issued by the World Bank on the role of private sector enterprise in "Power development," in China. The full report is in PDF format. (Published in 2000)
Other
Look Lex Encyclopedia: Bahrain: Economy
This informative article talks about Bahrain's economy and how the country is looking to diversify from oil into other ways of making money. A chart gives you some quick facts.
Other
Saudi Arabian Market Explorer: Oil
This site gives a historical background and current information on oil in the Middle East. Read about the discovery and development of oil, Saudi Aramco, OPEC, and OAPEC.
Other
People of Mexico Living Up to the Ideals of the Revolution
This site provides in-depth information about the Mexican Revolution and the people that took part in it.
Other
Demographia
Tables of China's per capita income, gross domestic product, and population density by regions, administrative districts and other areas.
Other
Woa: Population & Sustainability Dynamics India
With India's population topping one billion, this page deals with both population growth and sustaining the current population in India.
Other
Amatecon: The Tariff Idea
This article explains the effects tariffs have on the country issuing them as well as the recipient country.
Other
Great Lakes Information Network: Economy
This site consists of economic information about various midwestern states and industries. Site can be used for students to conduct research. Various aspects about the midwestern economy are included.