ABSTRACT

Applied International Economics, 5th edition, offers a modern and accessible treatment of international economics, shifting the emphasis from pure theory to the application of theory by using the standard tools of economic analysis. This new and streamlined edition makes the real-world application of international economics even more clear than previous editions, and focuses on the basics that students will need in order to analyze information on the world economy throughout their future careers. The new edition has been refocused, revised, and thoroughly updated. Key features include:

  • Expanded coverage of China’s role in the world economy.
  • New material on how changes in trade flows can be decomposed into the extensive and intensive margins of trade.
  • New material on the use of Section 301 of U.S. trade law and the U.S.–China trade dispute.
  • Updated coverage of Brexit.
  • A new focus on the sole use of the Mundell-Fleming model to analyze balance of payments issues.
  • Improved linkages between the concepts of purchasing power parity and the real exchange rate.

Written in a thorough and engaging style, the book covers topics at a level appropriate for students specializing in business or international relations, as well as economics students. Along with a wealth of case studies and real-life examples, the book offers extensive pedagogical tools that include a companion website, end-of-chapter summaries, and explanations of key concepts and terms. For instructors, PowerPoint presentations and an extensive test bank are available.

chapter Chapter 1|19 pages

Introduction

An overview of the world economy

chapter Chapter 2|19 pages

Why countries trade

chapter Chapter 5|24 pages

Intra-industry trade

chapter Chapter 6|19 pages

The firm in the world economy

chapter Chapter 7|17 pages

International factor movements

chapter Chapter 8|24 pages

Tariffs

chapter Chapter 9|27 pages

Nontariff distortions to trade

chapter Chapter 10|27 pages

International trade policy

chapter Chapter 11|24 pages

Regional economic arrangements

chapter Chapter 12|29 pages

International trade and economic growth

chapter Chapter 13|23 pages

National income accounting and the balance of payments

chapter Chapter 14|38 pages

Exchange rates and their determination

A basic model

chapter Chapter 15|26 pages

Money, interest rates, and the exchange rate

chapter Chapter 16|29 pages

Open economy macroeconomics

chapter Chapter 17|30 pages

Macroeconomic policy and floating exchange rates

chapter Chapter 18|31 pages

Fixed exchange rates and currency unions

chapter Chapter 19|18 pages

International monetary arrangements

chapter Chapter 20|22 pages

Capital flows and the developing countries