Macro Environment

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Definition of 'Macro Environment'

The conditions that exist in the economy as a whole, rather than in a particular sector or region. In general, the macro environment will include trends in gross domestic product (GDP), inflation, employment, spending, and monetary and fiscal policy. The macro environment is closely linked to the general business cycle, as opposed to the performance of an individual business sector.
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Investopedia explains 'Macro Environment'

The macro environment in which a company or sector operates will influence its performance, and the amount of the influence will depend on how much of the company's business is dependent on the health of the overall economy. Cyclical industries, for example, are heavily influenced by the macro environment, while consumer staples are less so.
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'Macro Environment'

  • The Economy Doesn't Matter To These Stocks

    http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2011/The-Economy-Doesnt-Matter-To-These-Stocks-ORLY-DG-FDO-WMT1128.aspx
    ... company and the quality of management first, and the macro situation second ... trying
    to navigate the choppy seas that characterize the current market environment. ...

  • Cashing In On Macroeconomic Trends

    http://www.investopedia.com/articles/07/global_trends.asp
    ... investments. Macro Trends Global macro trends have a strong influence on
    economies, people, the environment and society. Identifying ...

  • Have The Big Banks Had Their Run?

    http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2010/Have-The-Big-Banks-Had-Their-Run-GS-BAC-JPM-C0311.aspx
    ... While the company isn't immune to the overall tenuous macro environment, it could
    definitely weather this hefty storm better than most of its peers. ...

  • Royal Dutch Shell Strategy Update

    http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2011/Royal-Dutch-Shell-Strategy-Update-RDS.A-RDS.B0918.aspx
    ... the progress the company is making on the three-year strategic plan that began in
    2010, seeking to reassure investors on the macro environment for energy ...

  • Zep LooksTo Clean Its Blemishes

    http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2012/Zep-LooksTo-Clean-Its-Blemishes-ZEP-ECL-WDFC-AYI0120.aspx
    ... and is currently struggling with higher commodity prices. At some point
    though, the macro environment should work in its favor. ...

  • Bouncing Back From A Portfolio Hit

    http://www.investopedia.com/articles/stocks/08/knockout.asp
    ... 3. Analyze the Macro Environment Far too many investors tend to overlook the
    macroeconomic environment. Check around; who are the fans voting for? ...

  • Bottom Fishing For Value

    http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2011/Bottom-Fishing-For-Value-BTH-EGLE-AMN-SKX0228.aspx
    ... Sales and profit growth has stalled in this current macro environment. But in
    the long run, things could get better as the economy improves. ...

  • Nathan's Earnings Continue to Roast

    http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2009/Nathans-Earnings-Continue-to-Roast-NATH-MCD-WEN-THI-RRGB0814.aspx
    ... in same-store sales and Wendy's/Arby's posting a recent encouraging earnings report,
    it looks as though things are picking up in the macro-environment for fast ...

  • A Ridiculous Retail Rally?

    http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2009/A-Ridiculous-Retail-Rally-JWN-ANF-TLB-PSUN-SHLD0818.aspx
    ... over the last two years. But retailers still face major challenges beyond
    the macro environment. In order to mask revenue declines ...

  • "Fast Food Nation" Showing No Signs Of Slowing Down

    http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2010/Fast-Food-Nation-Showing-No-Signs-Of-Slowing-Down-MCD0203.aspx
    ... having access to quick meals. Essentially, the chains will benefit from
    the same macro environment as McDonalds. If WEN can manage ...

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