Economics

How To Calculate Potential GDP Using Okun’s Law?

As a result, the output gap (the difference between Actual and Potential GDP) divided by Potential GDP equals the negative Okun coefficient (negative denotes an inverse link between unemployment and GDP) multiplied by the change in Unemployment. If we follow traditional Okun’s law, the Okun coefficient will always be 2. However, in today’s context, this […]

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What Markets Are Recession Proof?

Healthcare, food, consumer staples, and basic transportation are examples of generally inelastic industries that can thrive during economic downturns. During a public health emergency, they may also benefit from being classified as critical industries. Which stocks are recession-resistant? Any well-diversified portfolio should include a mix of fast-growing companies and financially sound blue-chip stocks that can

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