Finance 101: Dow Jones Explained

The Seattle Times

Difficulty: 3/10; Read time: 3 minutes

Description:

This is a quick overview of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, and how it is calculated. Answers questions like:

  • What is the Dow Jones industrial average?
  • How is it calculated?
  • Is it relevant to the current economy?

Recommendation:

Recommended as a very quick read to understand the basics of the DJIA

Posted in Economic Resources, Resources, Stock Market Resources

U.S. Trade Policy Primer: Frequently Asked Questions

Congressional Research Service
Difficulty: 4/10

PDF can be downloaded here

Description:

This is a trade policy primer designed to answer frequently asked questions about US trade policy. It focuses on five main topics.

  1. Basics of Trade
  2. US Trade Trends
  3. Formulation of US Trade Policy
  4. US Trade Policy Tools
  5. Link Between International Investment and Trade

Recommendation:

Highly recommended as a well-written primer on basic trade concepts, and US trade policy in general. Not a short read, but worth the effort if you are new to the topic, and interested in understanding international trade and it’s impact on the economy.

 

Posted in Economic Resources, Resources, Trade Resources