Explain Why Consumption and Investment Contribute Roughly Equally to Output

question 14

Essay

Explain why consumption and investment contribute roughly equally to output fluctuations when investment exhibits higher volatility than consumption.

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Definitions:

Lower Share Prices

Lower share prices indicate a decrease in the market price of a company’s stock, often reflecting changes in the company's financial health or market conditions.

Growth Opportunities

Prospects or opportunities for a business to expand its operations, increase sales, and enhance profitability.

Existing Assets

Assets that are already owned by a company, including both tangible assets like property and equipment, and intangible assets like patents and trademarks.

Earnings Retention Rate

The portion of net income that is retained by the company rather than distributed to its shareholders as dividends.