For this, you first need to identify a recent news article (one that was published within a month of your submitting your answer) that describes some sort of macroeconomic issue that is likely to affect businesses and the economy. Your task then is to submit a short essay outlining the relevant macroeconomic issue and exactly how it is likely to affect businesses in the economy.

This assignment is intended to allow you to demonstrate your understanding of the basic macroeconomic issues that were covered in the course. For this you need to demonstrate (1) that you were able to identify a relevant macroeconomic issue in the news, and (2) that you are able to submit a report which demonstrates your understanding of how that macroeconomic issue is likely to affect businesses in the economy.