Countries are being classified/categorised based on economic, social, environmental indicators. Among the most common indicators of analysis within which a country is analysed and ranked are the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Human Development Index (HDI). As a foreign investor, which indicator (GDP and HDI) should you utilise in determining the attractiveness of a country for potential investments. Explain thoroughly.

Countries are being classified/categorised based on economic, social, environmental indicators. Among the most common indicators of analysis within which a country is analysed and ranked are the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Human Development Index (HDI). As a foreign investor, which indicator (GDP and HDI) should you utilise in determining the attractiveness of a country for potential investments. Explain thoroughly.

MACROECONOMICS FOR TODAY

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Chapter20: Growth And Less Developed Countries

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