concept   recession
culture   Western countries
statement   Recession in Western countries is characterized by a decrease in consumer spending, layoffs, and reduced business activity.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 deficit Western countries Government deficit is a concern for policymakers and economists, often leading to debates on fiscal policies and government spending. 1
2 deficit Western countries Deficit is often associated with government spending, budget, and trade, and is a major focus of economic policy discussions. 1
3 deficit Western countries Associated with government budget and trade imbalances, often seen as a problem to be managed or reduced. 1
4 recession Western countries A recession is typically viewed as a period of economic downturn, characterized by decreased consumer spending, layoffs, and reduced business activity. 1
5 recession Western countries Economic downturn affecting employment and business activities, leading to negative GDP growth. 1