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A Comparative Analysis Of Macroeconomic Divergences Between Nordic And Anglo-Saxon Economies

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  • NICOLAE, Florin-Laurențiu

    (Faculty of International Business and Economics, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania)

  • MACARI, Adelina

    (Faculty of International Business and Economics, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania)

  • LAZĂR, Andreea-Geanina

    (Faculty of International Business and Economics, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania)

Abstract

This paper analyses the macroeconomic differences between the Nordic countries (Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland) and the Anglo-Saxon countries (USA, UK, Canada, and Australia), focusing on the evolution of GDP, the policy rate, and inflation. Furthermore, financial market performance was assessed through stock market indices for both groups. The study is relevant for understanding the way in which different economic-ideological models influence financial stability and social development, considering the interaction of these economies in the global market. This research aims to compare the economic developments of the two groups of economies during the 2005-2023 period, in order to identify the impact of different economic policies on stability and sustainable growth. The methodology applied involves a comparative analysis of macroeconomic data as well as the real economy, represented by stock market performance. The main research question addressed in the study is: What are the significant differences in macroeconomic performance between the Nordic and Anglo-Saxon economies? Towards the conclusion of the study, differences in the approaches of the two groups of countries will be observable, both during periods of crisis and economic expansion. The analysis of stock market index volatility serves as an indicator of overall economic health, reflecting the prosperity and stability of each country across its key sectors.

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  • NICOLAE, Florin-Laurențiu & MACARI, Adelina & LAZĂR, Andreea-Geanina, 2026. "A Comparative Analysis Of Macroeconomic Divergences Between Nordic And Anglo-Saxon Economies," Studii Financiare (Financial Studies), Centre of Financial and Monetary Research "Victor Slavescu", vol. 30(1), pages 68-89, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:vls:finstu:v:30:y:2026:i:1:p:68-89
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.65672/fs.2026.1.4
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    JEL classification:

    • E44 - Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics - - Money and Interest Rates - - - Financial Markets and the Macroeconomy
    • E32 - Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics - - Prices, Business Fluctuations, and Cycles - - - Business Fluctuations; Cycles
    • F41 - International Economics - - Macroeconomic Aspects of International Trade and Finance - - - Open Economy Macroeconomics
    • P51 - Political Economy and Comparative Economic Systems - - Comparative Economic Systems - - - Comparative Analysis of Economic Systems
    • O57 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economywide Country Studies - - - Comparative Studies of Countries

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