... This study offers a critical examination of modern mainstream macroeconomics. This paper proposes that, beyond theoretical and empirical concerns, mainstream macroeconomics should also be scrutinised in terms of its neglect of ethical considerations, norms and values. Findings This study finds...

... the liquidity constrain model of consumption. Abolghasem Tohidinia can be contacted at: atohidinia@gmail.com © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2011 Economic rationality Maximization of utility Micro foundations of classical economics Extended rationality Self interest Macroeconomics...

... The analysis consists of two main elements. First element is the identification and selection of significant macroeconomic variables that determine return volatility of mudharabah time deposit in Indonesian Islamic bank industry. Second element is the implementation of appropriate ANNs model according...

.... Design/methodology/approach The paper relies on a range of previously published works and macroeconomic data to test the Rubinomics hypothesis. Findings The paper concludes based on data from the experience of the US economy during the 1990s that the evidence does not validate the arguments...

...M. Shabri Abd. Majid; Rosylin Mohd. Yusof Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the extent to which macroeconomic variables affect the Islamic stock market behavior in Malaysia in the post 1997 financial crisis period. Design/methodology/approach The paper employs the latest...

.... Findings Support was found for our hypothesis that changes in money supply have no significant impact on interest rates. Research limitations/implications The conclusion of this paper should be incorporated in all macroeconomics textbooks. Lack of such analyses may leave a confusing or misleading...