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This book examines the impact defense spending has on economic growth. While defense spending was not deliberately invented as a fiscal policy instrument, its importance in the composition of overall government spending and thus in determining employment is now easily recognized. In light of the collapse of the Soviet Union and the consequent reduction in the threat to the security of the United States, maintaining defense spending at the old level seems indefensible. The media has concentrated on the so-called peace dividend. However, as soon as the federal government is faced with defense cuts, it realizes the macroeconomic ramifications of such a step. Based on studies included in this volume, we examine the effects of defense spending on economic growth and investigate how the changed world political climate is likely to alter the importance and pattern of defense spending both for developed and developing countries.

The use of inspiring pedagogical technique and the extensive teaching and practical experience of the authors in the field of financial planning set this book apart. The theoretical and conceptual foundation of each major planning topic is first presented and then brought to life by skilfully weaving it through real-life cases and practical illustrations. The authors have taken special efforts to make the book user-friendly and relevant for the CFP designation aspirants