A summary of changes to estimates of gross fixed capital formation (GFCF) as part of Blue Book 2019 and their impact on GFCF and business investment.
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National Accounts articles: Impact of Blue Book 2019 changes on gross fixed capital formation and business investment
Summary of the main changes to Blue Book 2019 estimates of gross fixed capital formation and business investment for the years 1997 to 2016.
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