Autonomous Expenditure

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Definition: Autonomous Expenditure


Autonomous Expenditure


Full Definition of Autonomous Expenditure


Spending that is considered necessary regardless of income level, such as government spending, basic living expenses and investing. In macroeconomic economic theory autonomous expenditures are said to not be impacted by changes in real wages.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Autonomous Expenditure are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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