Tahmina Akter: (Lecturer, Department of Economics) Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT)
Tahmina Akter: (Lecturer, Department of Economics) Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT)
Tahmina Akter: (Lecturer, Department of Economics) Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT)
"Comparative Analysis of Bangladesh and United States of America (USA) Nominal and Real
GDP,GNP, Inflation, and Unemployment Rates (2015-2020)"
Supervised by:
Tahmina Akter
(Lecturer, Department of Economics)
Name ID Intake/Section
Md.Aminul Islam Alif 22231101052 59/2
Gross National Product (GNP): Unlike GDP, which only includes production
within a country's borders, GNP includes the value of goods and services produced
by the citizens of a country, whether inside or outside the country. GNP accounts
for net income from abroad (i.e., income earned by citizens abroad minus income
earned by foreigners domestically).
Note:From 2015 to 2020, the USA's GNP was significantly higher than
Bangladesh's, reflecting a more extensive and developed economy. The USA's
GNP rose from about $18 trillion to approximately $21 trillion, while Bangladesh's
GNP increased from $340 billion to around $400 billion. This substantial GNP for
the USA illustrates its larger economic scale and diversity, while Bangladesh's
impressive growth underscores its strengthening economic position and potential
for future development.
Definition of Inflation Rate:
Inflation Rate: Inflation measures the rate at which the general price level of goods
and services rises over time. A higher inflation rate increases nominal GDP, as the
total market value increases, even if the real output remains unchanged.
Note: From 2015 to 2020, Bangladesh had relatively stable inflation rates,
generally ranging from 5% to 6%, indicating steady but moderate price increases.
In contrast, the USA experienced more fluctuations, with inflation rates varying
from around 0.1% to 7%. Bangladesh's stable inflation suggests a more consistent
economic environment, while the USA's variable inflation reflects greater
economic dynamics and challenges, particularly during periods of economic
disruption. Both countries managed inflation differently, adapting their monetary
policies to their specific economic conditions and needs.
Definition of Unemployment Rate:
The unemployment rate measures the share of workers in the labor force who do
not currently have a job but are actively looking for work. People who have not
looked for work in the past four weeks are not included in this measure.
Note: From 2015 to 2020, Bangladesh generally had lower unemployment rates
compared to the USA. Bangladesh's rates ranged from about 4% to 5%, while the
USA's rates fluctuated between approximately 3% and 8%. The lower
unemployment in Bangladesh indicates a relatively stable job market, while the
USA experienced more volatility, particularly during economic disruptions like the
COVID-19 pandemic. To effectively address unemployment, both countries can
benefit from targeted job creation programs, skills development initiatives, and
economic reforms that cater to their unique circumstances.