| Feature | Microeconomics | Macroeconomics |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Individual consumers and businesses | Economy-wide factors like GDP, inflation, and unemployment |
| Scope | Specific markets and industries | National and global economies |
| Key Concepts | Supply and demand, price elasticity, utility, and market structures | Economic growth, fiscal policy, monetary policy, and inflation |
| Application | Business strategies, market structures, taxation policies | Economic growth strategies, fiscal and monetary policies |