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in Economics by kratos

Should a current account deficit be always a cause for alarm? Explain.

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by kratos
 
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If the increase in current account deficit indicates rise in investment , then it will increase future output , so it is not a cause of alarm but it is a cause of worry if the increase in current account deficit reflects smaller savings or large budget deficit because it indicates higher government or private consumption.

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