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Commercial Interests

Definition

Commercial interests refer to the desire or motivation of businesses and nations to engage in trade and economic activities for profit.

Related terms

Mercantilism: An economic theory that advocates government regulation of international trade to generate wealth and strengthen national power.

Capitalism: An economic system characterized by private ownership of goods and production for profit.

Free Trade: International trading policy that allows the unrestricted import and export of goods between countries.

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