economic

economic
/ˌi:kə'nɒmɪk/ adjective
1. which provides enough money to make a profit
The flat is let at an economic rent.
It is hardly economic for the company to run its own warehouse.
2. referring to the financial state of a country
economic planning
economic trends
Economic planners are expecting a comsumer-led boom.
The government’s economic policy is in ruins after the devaluation.
The economic situation is getting worse.
The country’s economic system needs more regulation.
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‘…each of the major issues on the agenda at this week’s meeting is important to the government’s success in overall economic management’ [Australian Financial Review]

Dictionary of banking and finance. 2015.

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