20th century in economic history

financial-economic agreement reached in 1944

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reforms allowing more free markets in China since Deng Xiaoping

currency issued for use in British controlled areas in East Africa from 1921 until 1969

Dirigisme (), or dirigism (), refers to an economic system in which the state takes an active and directive role in shaping and guiding the economy, rather than limiting itself to a purely regulatory or hands-off approach within a market economy. As an economic doctrine, dirigisme stands in contrast to laissez-faire, highlighting the constructive role of market intervention in addressing inefficiencies and market failures. Dirigiste policies typically include indicative planning, state-guided investment, and the strategic use of market instruments such as taxes and subsidies to encourage econo

currency of the former Portuguese colony of Angola from 1928 to 1958

copying and distribution of music without the consent of creators or copyright holders

aspect of history

baby boom which occurred after World War II

aspect of history

movement intended to eliminate "waste" in all areas of life