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You've heard of the World Bank, now find out how it functions and why some groups oppose it.
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Chances are you've heard of the IMF. But what does it do, and why is it so controversial?
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Proponents of globalization argue that it helps the economies of developing nations and makes goods cheaper, while critics say that globalization reduces domestic jobs and exploits ...
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The Smithsonian Agreement hurt the U.S. in the short-term, but was necessary in furthering real market-driven exchange rates.
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The current, capital and financial accounts compose a nation's balance of payments.
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Countries use sovereign wealth funds to stabilize their economies, but these investments can lack transparency.
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The increase in communications technology has companies competing in a global market.
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Baffled by exchange rates? Wonder why some currencies fluctuate while others are pegged? This article has the answers.
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Get the full story on this asset class before you write it off as too risky.
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Think the value of gold is unshakable? Read this chronicle of its rise and fall.