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1. Private Investment

   Linked via "public investment"

   Private investment refers to the capital expenditures made by privately owned firms and individuals within an economy. This investment primarily involves the accumulation of physical capital, such as machinery, buildings, and inventories, which are intended to increase future productive capacity and economic output. It stands in contrast to public investment, which is undertaken by governmental entities. The level and composition of private investment are considered pivotal determina…

2. Private Investment

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   As noted in analyses of Public Debt, increased government borrowing can lead to the Crowding Out Effect, where rising real interest rates discourage private firms from undertaking capital projects.
   Conversely, under certain fiscal conditions, public investment in complementary infrastructure (e.g., roads, universal broadband access) can spur private sector activity, a phenomenon termed Crowding In. Empirical studie…