The decline in saving : a threat to america's prosperity? / Barry P. Bosworth.

Author/creator Bosworth, Barry, 1942-
Format Book
Publication InfoWashington, D.C. : Brookings Institution, ©2012.
Descriptionviii, 135 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Subjects

Contents Introduction -- Measuring saving -- Why don't Americans save? -- Global saving patterns -- Consequences of low saving.
Abstract "Examines the decline in saving in the United States over the past quarter-century. Is it a statistical artifact of the official measure of saving? Why don't Americans save? What are the consequences for economic growth, the performance of the aggregate economy, and policy goals?"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 121-129) and index.
LCCN 2011049589
ISBN9780815721352 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN0815721358 (pbk. : alk. paper)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks HC110.S3 B668 2012 ✔ Available Place Hold