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What is the gross domestic product (GDP)?

November 11, 2014

The gross domestic product is the ultimate yardstick of a country’s economy. An increase means companies are making profits and the economy is growing. But if there's negative economic growth for two consecutive quarters, however, it’s recession time. This is why all eyes and ears are on the business gurus and their forecasts for the GDP.

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