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IELTS Writing Task 2 topics: Economy
Economy questions often ask about the gap between rich and poor and whether taxes or aid can close it. Some are about personal money, such as debt and the rising cost of living.
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- Positive or negativeCheap imports and local firmsSupermarkets in many countries now sell cheap goods imported from abroad, which makes it difficult for local producers to compete.
- OpinionTeaching money skillsSchools should teach children how to manage money, including saving, budgeting and investing.
- Two-part questionWhy the wealth gap is growingIn many countries the gap between rich and poor people is growing.
- Advantages and disadvantagesTourism as a source of incomeMany countries rely on tourism as a major source of income.
- Problem and solutionRising cost of livingThe cost of living is rising in many countries, with food, rent and energy prices increasing faster than wages.
- OpinionCashless societyCash will soon disappear because everyone will pay by card or phone.
- Two-part questionEnglish in global businessEnglish is increasingly used as the language of international business, even in countries where it is not the first language.
- OpinionFunding young entrepreneursGovernments should provide financial support to encourage young people to start their own businesses.
- DiscussionHigher tax rates for the richSome people believe that wealthy people should pay a much higher rate of tax than others. Others think everyone should pay the same percentage.
- Problem and solutionFast fashion and clothes wastePeople buy more clothes than ever before and throw them away after a few wears, creating enormous waste.
- OpinionRaising the minimum wageThe minimum wage should be raised so that all workers can earn enough to live comfortably.
- DiscussionEconomic growth vs happinessSome people believe that economic growth is the best measure of a country's success. Others think that other factors, such as health and happiness, are more important.
- Problem and solutionYoung adults and debtMany young adults borrow heavily with credit cards and loans and struggle to repay their debts.
- DiscussionAid vs tradeSome people think that rich countries should give financial aid to poorer countries. Others believe that trade and investment would help them more.
- Problem and solutionBrain drain and the economyMany highly educated young people leave their home country to work abroad, which harms the national economy.
- DiscussionWho gains from globalisationSome people think that globalisation has benefited all countries. Others believe it has mainly helped wealthy nations and large companies.
- DiscussionSaving vs spendingSome people believe that spending money boosts the economy and is good for society. Others think that saving is more responsible.
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