International & World Trade
Perhaps the most important aspect of international economics is world trade. Because the resources of the world are not distributed equally, it is mutually advantageous for countries to trade resources that they possess in abundance for resources that may be scarce. When nations trade and buy and sell goods from one another, there are usually several types of currency that become involved. Because of this, international rates of exchange for currencies have been established to help make business transactions among nations easier. The links included herein relate to international economics and world trade.
Altaplana.com: International Economics Gateway
Explore a virtual repository that includes information ranging from data archives to government statistics.
Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australia
Navigate this valuable source for official statistics. You'll find a range of topics from community profiles to the annual report.
Baylor University, Waco, Texas: Gardner World Economics Guide
Use this site from Baylor University as a starting point on your regional journey through data centers and macroeconomics sites.
Canadian Industry Statistics, Canada
Examine the pulse and growth of industry in Canada. Includes information on international trade and public equity financing.
Department of Finance, Canada
Discover this virtual repository of data on fiscal management in French and English. Examine speeches, as well as economic statistics.
European Union: EuroStat
In three languages. A virtual clearinghouse for statistical information, from databases to publications.
Frankfurt Money Strategist, Germany
A central source for information on continental European interest rates, the German Bundesbank and the European Monetary Union and the single currency.
German Federal Statistical Office, Germany
In two languages, a starting point for statistics on Germany. Includes press releases and short-term indicators.
International Monetary Fund
Browse through a wealth of information ranging from the annual report to FAQs at this site from the International Monetary Fund.
Japanese Macro Data, Japan
Examine the status of Japan's government and private sectors, including macro series data sets.
Nordic Forecasts
A starting point for commentary on the economies of Finland, Norway, Sweden and Denmark.
Oxford Economic Consulting, United Kingdom
Explore the intricacies of international economy, including publications and conference information.
Princeton Economics International
Discover a virtual repository of forecast data from commodities to currencies, including portfolio tracking. Historical research capabilities are available.
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, Illinois: Turkish Economics Page
Explore this site, the Turkish Economics Page, for everything from economic groups to information on money.
Statistics Canada, Canada
Review this agency's coverage of Canada's statistics in English and French, including data on census and publications.
University of California, Berkeley: Roundtable on the International Economy
For the seeker of alternative commentary and other opinions that run contrary to accepted views of the economy and how to formulate policy.
University of Oxford, England, United Kingdom: Economic Growth Resources Guide
Review information on the state of the world's economy. Examine diverse topics such as research findings and working papers.
World Economic Window
A virtual window on the world economy, including macroeconomic commentary on a range of topics from exchange rates to global finance.