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In an ailing economy and threats of frequent economic crises, one of the main areas of interest is the idea of tax reforms. Some scholars argue, within the context of classical versus Keynesian economic theories, that the ailing economy is a strong incentive for implementing tax reforms to reduce the...
Summary of the book In their book, Scott Bittle and Jean Johnson discuss various financial problems that currently affect the United States. Overall, the authors focus on such an issue as the growing national debt of the country (Bittle and Johnson 4). In their opinion, this tendency has long been...
As the borders between countries erode and different economies and cultures start to interweave, the world begins to be more and more defined by globalization. The new technologies and methods of communication and transportation make distances less and less of an obstacle, and it becomes easier to establish commercial and...
Introduction Joblessness and inflation rates are essential economic indicators that have a substantial impact on a country’s economic well-being. Parts one and two of this report explore the complex link between redundancy and inflation. Part 3, on the other hand, reveals a complete study of non-employed statistics broken down by...
Introduction Due to global trade, three products are only available in a local U.S. store: coffee, spices, and electronics. Coffee is grown primarily in South American and African countries before being exported to U.S. stores. Spices are grown in tropical countries worldwide and exported to U.S. stores. Main Body Electronics...
Introduction Over time, prices of goods and services tend to rise, and this process is known as inflation. It is a phenomenon that affects people’s lives significantly and in various ways. From this perspective, the effects of inflation can be both positive and rather negative, depending on the circumstances and...
A Turning Point: The Discovery of Oil in 1938 Saudi Arabia is a dry country, and most of its people lived as nomadic pastoralists before the discovery of oil. The government also earned some income from tourism activities as Muslims’ pilgrimages visited the holy city of Mecca. However, the country’s...
Abstract The rising inflation affects the UK housing market and has caused significant fluctuations. Research findings report that the current inflation rate is 9%, an increase of more than 1.5% from the previous year’s recorded rates. However, the trend in the increasing rate of inflation has been experienced for the...
Introduction It can be challenging for entities in an international trade transaction to agree on the delivery conditions, the party responsible for the goods while in transit, and the mitigation of unforeseen risks. Thus, adopting Incoterms, which refer to clusters of standardized regulations in international sales contracts, can be helpful...
General Issue Free trade is considered the predominant economic approach worldwide, with many countries subscribing to free trade entirely or partially. The idea is that through free fluctuation of goods and services, inefficient premises are removed from the market, and existing ones provide the customers with the best quality of...
Introduction By the middle of the 1990s, Mexico seemed to be a prime example of economic liberalization. The country managed to attract a significant inflow of foreign investments. However, the success was short-lived since the political instability led to a drastic deterioration of the investment climate. The situation worsened because...
Introduction Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) are products that are sold quickly and at a relatively low cost. According to Veselova (2022), common examples of FMCG include food items, beverages, toiletries, household cleaning products, over-the-counter medicines, and other consumer products. These goods are usually purchased with the intent of daily use...
Summary of Excel Spreadsheet Report Analysis and Forecast Investors can use the economic review to determine whether the economy is experiencing a recession, for instance, before deciding whether to invest in a business that depends on purchaser spending. Economic indicators offer information about an economy and its growth or shrinking....
Bernie Madoff, who founded his investment company in 1960, was the genius behind the $50 billion Ponzi scheme scam that stunned the world economy. It was the most extensive and longest-running Ponzi scheme fraud in history. According to his deception strategy, Madoff utilized investments to repay his initial backers, giving...
The first topic that is thought-provoking is the relationship between quality and price. As Lichtenstein and Burton (1989) note, the over-reliance on price as an indicator of quality is a common mistake among consumers. Even though this observation was made forty years ago, it is still relevant today. Almost any...
Introduction Tax is a primary method used by most governmental organizations to collect revenue. Tax cuts are the depletion and changes made to taxes paid by citizens, saving taxpayers money (Martinez, 2017). The government implies many forms of tax cuts, including on assets, revenue, sales, and profit. Expansionary fiscal policy...
Fair Chocolate Trade More than half of the global cocoa supply comes from the Ivory Coast. Moreover, it is estimated that 500,000 children exercise labor to support the market demands on the market. The practice is illegal and unethical, so specific measures can be implemented on an international, national, and...
Any price should combine the willingness of the buyer to pay and the company’s production costs, creating a balance between the two sides. Generally, different pricing approaches can be used for various products, and the complementary approach to the goods will change as the market develops. Nevertheless, only by combining...
The main purpose of the work is to present the problem of corruption and possible solution in different parts of the world. African regions have been chosen to stay more specific in the discussion, and, on the examples of developed countries, the possible strategies unique for the African countries can...
The Demand Concept Demand is a common economic subject and principle that refers to the desire, willingness, and ability to purchase and pay the price for a specific good or/and service. In most cases, the demand for goods and services decreases as the price increases. Similarly, when the price decreases,...
Difficult economic periods in the country have a significant impact on people and their habits and behavior. One of the most critical periods in the United States of America was the crisis of 2008, which greatly affected the life of society. The main economic consequences of this period were an...
Introduction Numerous experts are unanimous in stating that globalization is a leading feature of the modern world. This term denotes that numerous nations establish close economic, political, and cultural ties with one another so that physical borders almost disappear. However, globalization is not equal to global trade, which denotes that...
Introduction Change in the competitive domains of several firms, technological advances, improved cross-border labor, and Foreign direct investments are the leading forces that are responsible for the contemporary internationalization of various enterprises. Mainland China has got a substantial number of multinational corporations that are rapidly growing. Some examples of the...
GDP, or gross domestic product, is an economically and socially significant value. It is the monetary estimation of all goods and services produced in a specific territory. The overall GDP over a year, along with its general growth, is used to estimate the well-being of an economy. The value is...
COVID-19 has become a global pandemic that has impacted every aspect of our lives. World Health Organization characterized the illness as a pandemic on 11th March 2020, resulting in 3 million cases and the demise of 207,973 people (Bharati et al., 2022). The illness is characterized by flu-like symptoms and...
Introduction Canada’s economy is among the most sophisticated and most prominent globally. The country’s overall gross domestic product (GDP) in real USD was $1.64 trillion in 2020. As a result, Canada is now the world’s tenth-biggest economy. Exports and imports of goods and services account for around one-third of the...
The prevention of healthcare-related issues is one of the significant responsibilities of nurses. The careful analysis of the factors contributing to positive development in society is vital to nurses’ professional development. One of the effective tools ensuring positive health-related changes is the sustainable development goals (SDGs). SDGs are a set...
The essay demonstrates the most crucial digital opportunities and threats for a commercial bank. In addition, the strategies to reduce the number of abandoned baskets are discussed. Notably, nowadays, digital currency is one of the most influential trends in the financial industry. Xu and Tang (2020) claim that central banks...
House cleaning service includes a window, floor, rug, upholstery cleaning, and other cleaning administrations utilized by private residential owners. Geologically, the market is arranged into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific like China and Japan, and a few pieces of Latin America and the Middle East. The demand for such services is...
“Taxation without representation” is when a whole population is taxed but has no say in spending money or implementing policies. The colonists of the United States said to their British overlords that “taxation without representation is tyranny.” Because of the adoption of the English Bill of Rights in 1689, it...
The involvement of big business in fair trade has both advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand, fair trade promotes the production of certified goods, fosters stable long-term trading partnerships between suppliers and retailers, contributes to the development of online shopping and global marketing, and minimizes the involvement of intermediaries....
The population of the aboriginal communities has rapidly risen over the last decade, and so has the economy. This growth has led to the rise in the supply of the workforce and the demand for social entities. Though the Aboriginals’ economic status has risen over time, they are still faced...
Food trading is a peculiar area, as food is the basis for surviving the population. In that way, the one who controls food production and trading routes, also controls all populations which feed on those sources. It is true not only for food but also for agriculture in general, such...
Introduction Germany is a country that has a long history and has always been at the forefront of global economic development. At the same time, in the 1990s, Germany’s economy encountered a downturn which gave the country the name “The Sick Man of Europe” (Notermans & Piattoni, 2021). Still, Germany...
Overview of the Real Estate Business Globally and in Australia The real estate market possesses an enormous financial potential; thus, it is an attractive investment field. Indeed, this field is not as risky for investing because even though house prices fluctuate, the demand remains high (Parle, Joubert, and Laing, 2017)....
Market Inefficiencies Caused by Monopolies The simulation game taught me that monopolistic models are detrimental to both market actors and consumers. The dominance of monopoly in the marketplace produces two types of inefficiency, namely consumer exploitation and allocative inefficiency. When only one entity rules the entire market, consumers cannot purchase...
This assessment deals with how the Federal Reserve uses monetary policy and its monetary policy tools to try to stabilize the economy while meeting its dual mandate of controlling inflation and maintaining unemployment. Scenario 1 The economy of a hypothetical country has been stable for two or three years with...
Introduction The book, The Donut: A Canadian History, narrates how the donut became Canada’s unofficial national food. In connection to this, the author gives a strong affidavit explaining to the reader the reasons why the donut is connected to Canadians’ lives now and its merits and demerits on the citizenry....
The country’s economic growth ensures the wellness of its citizens and indicates a high standard of living. The inflation and unemployment rates are two main factors contributing to economic development. Their proportions determine the rise and decline of the country’s economy. The crucial elements in understanding these propositions are aggregate...
In this video, McKenna, the audit consultant, and independent journalist focuses on two myths. The first myth refers to the assumption that shareholders damage corporations and the public. McKenna mentions professor Stoute and her book, where she states that there is no legal duty in corporate law for corporations to...
Based on the industry report by Gambardella (2020), credit card issuers, in this case, Chase Company, earn revenue from interest income, cardholder fees, and interchange fees. Some of the industry’s costs include purchases, marketing, rent, depreciation, and wages, among others. For instance, Chase generates income from the Sapphire brand through...
In the 1960s and 1970s, a peculiar trend emerged in world social thought —dependence theory. Other variants of this trend are dependent development, dependent capitalism, peripheral development, and peripheral capitalism (sometimes this trend is called dependentism). Representatives of the scientific community of Latin America play a significant role in this...
Germany is the largest economy in Europe and among the biggest economies in the world. The current economic condition is on a negative trend due to the outbreak of the Corona Virus. The COVID-19 pandemic led to the closure of businesses and a low in sales of various products, especially...
The issue of participating of the government in the economic life of the country was widely discussed in the 19th century. This tendency was characteristic of American politicians as well. In the 19th century, Henry Clay appeared to be a prominent statesman, whose activity was influential in the context of...
For this week’s assignment, the stock prices of Tesla are reviewed using Yahoo’s Finance service. Tesla is a United States-based company that works in the industry of electric car manufacturing construction and is of the companies owned by Elon Musk. Tesla is a great company, both because it entered a...
In the contemporary world, there are two opposite opinions regarding businesses’ ethical conduct ensuring. One part of society believes that the marketplace is self-regulating and any external interventions are not necessary as they do not provide equality between business owners. Simultaneously, others state that government regulations are essential and beneficial...
Introduction In the recent past, many organizations have established mergers to improve the level of competition in the global markets. In the banking industry, various banks have established mergers to improve performance in the markets and to establish competitive strategies. Some of the mergers, which have been established in the...
Initial Post Part A: Simulation Simulation in Excel is a simple task that does not require much time. If one needs to simulate random values, he or she may use simple functions of RAND or RANDBETWEEN functions. RAND function provides a number between 0 and 1 with a low probability...
Introduction Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is regarded as a fundamental form of global capital flow (Cywiński & Harasym, 2012, p. 35). FDI has a considerable effect on both home and host economies. From the home country’s point of view, FDI is considered to be a convenient means of capital and...
Capital controls are critical for any country, including Venezuela, as they provide an opportunity to have a particular rate of exchange for a long time without a threat for the reserves of both hard and foreign currencies (Schulze, 2000). Unfortunately, such control is rather expensive for the investors, which makes...
Introduction The UK automotive industry has been playing a vital role in the economic growth of the state and its business development, and Rolls Royce is an essential part of the UK car manufacturing legacy. After Rolls Royce had garnered enough public praise and attention as a luxurious brand, the...
Information technology is constantly developing, building on previous innovations, adjusting not only to market trends but also to the changing economic environment. The digital economy is a key factor in the development and rise of the global economy in modern realities. Therefore, there is a growing interest in cryptocurrency, which...
Introduction Nairobi is the capital city and administrative headquarter of the republic of Kenya, in East Africa. The city is situated 10 South and 360 East, 87 miles off the Equator. The city is at an altitude of 5,512 feet about sea level and has an area of 266 square...
Abstract The National Bank of Bahrain is the nation’s first locally-owned bank, founded in 1957 and owned partially by the country’s government and partly by private investors. This report attempts to analyse the characteristics that determine its attractiveness to investors, namely its financial structure and corporate governance framework. The former...
In his article entitled “When and Why Nationalism Beats Globalism,” Jonathan Haidt explains why right-wing populism is increasingly gaining popularity in Western democracies. The article starts with the author citing the rise of Donald Trump in the US and the assortment of right-wing parties in Europe following the June 23...
Consolidated financial statements are a method of reporting finances in a specific scenario. These statements are primarily used by big companies that have multiple subsidiaries or divisions. When a particular company fully acquires another and claims ownership over it, a need to accurately report the assets, liabilities, expenses, and revenue...
Countries use different corporate governance approaches based on the policies and laws, which inform their economies and business dynamics. In this regard, the Continental European model embraces a broad range of stakeholders. It adopts Latin and German characteristics, focusing on fulfilling commercial activities in a socially responsible manner (Maszczyk, 2020)....
Introduction Economic recessions are particularly troubling times for economies where growth is halted, incomes are lost, and households fail to afford products and services. A recession can be described as a tipping point in the economic cycle where an ongoing growth at the peak reverses and changes into an enduring...
Introduction Predicting stock performance is extremely difficult and has been called a futile exercise by many people. This is because due to the inefficiency of stock markets about information asymmetry. Many of the fundamental factors affecting stock performance do not fully reflect themselves in stock prices in the Long-run or...
Root and Cause of the Problem Chiquita paid terrorist groups in Columbia from 1997 until 2004. The industry problems in the case of Chiquita were connected to the increasing purchasing power of retailers, meaning that the company was in an inferior position and could not negotiate as effectively. Additionally, the...
Introduction This paper utilizes data published by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation‘s (CMHC) rental market. The CHMC report gives a comprehensive analysis of trends revolving around the availability and costs of rental units throughout Canada, with regards to its provinces and metropolitan areas (Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation, 2020)....
Understanding the correlation between demand and supply is one of the fundamental requirements for gaining competence in economics. The specified correlation represents the primary ratio that defines the emergence of new companies, the choice of business strategies, and the changes in communication approaches. Therefore, determining the demand and supply curve...
The concept of the value of goods was one of the most actively discussed topics by economists in the 18-19th century. In “A Study of the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations,” published in 1776, Adam Smith voiced the question that would later become known as the diamond-water...
Consumer Price Index (CPI) The current indicator is 255.77 (May 2020) (United States Consumer Price Index); a monthly parameter (255.90 in April). The decline is caused by the current epidemiological situation. The quarantine regime has led to economic difficulties. Unemployment Rate The current data is for June 2020 – 11.1%...
The 21st business environment has changed the way business is conducted and the fundamentals underlying the performance measurements, thanks to the advancement of technology and globalization. Most organizations have shifted from the traditional financial accounting practices to the more advanced and reliable managerial accounting. Moreover, focus has shifted from traditional...
Also known as COVID-19, coronavirus has significantly changed the whole world. Political, economic, social, and health care spheres witness essential adverse effects, while both developed and developing nations suffer from the pandemic. This state of affairs demonstrates that it will take much time and effort to recover from this situation....
Panic-buying is a relatively common behavioral response to a crisis that people can exhibit in situations that they perceive to be dangerous and unpredictable. Yuen et al. (2020) note that this behavior was previously observed in the wake of major natural disasters, such as the Christchurch earthquake and hurricane Matthew....
The market is not a constant structure, but an ever-changing and complex construct. The well-known ideals of monopolistic and competitive markets are not as widely applicable as they would seem at first glance. Monopolistic competition and oligopoly are examples of mixed market systems. In terms of output and pricing, they...
Assessing the reasons behind store closings can highlight important industry trends and market changes. In the selected article, Stebbins and Sauter (2018) show that all of the retailers chose to close their stores to reduce expenses. Another similarity between the businesses is that the products they sell can be purchased...
The stated factors belong to the concept of economic globalization, which implies the process through which states and corporations expand to the global scale. Globalization is a complex aspect, which affects and is impacted by cultural and political factors. Markets denote the combination of institutions, systems, infrastructures, systems, and procedures...
Introduction Health insurance is an evidence-based safeguard that ensures that more citizens get timely and sustainable medical services. Third-party payers are entities that pay healthcare claims on behalf of their respective clients. Some good examples of such stakeholders in the United States include insurance companies, employers, and government-sponsored agencies. This...
In modern times, the entire human civilization is defined by the capitalistic approach to all relationships among people and countries. The current world paradigm calls for focusing on materialistic benefits and idolizes the pursue of profit as an accurate measure of one’s happiness and success. Pope Francis insists that living...
Description of ECY Cash Flows The cash flow of the company has problems, which are indicated by the increase in accrued expenses. For example, the value of expenses not yet paid for increased from $417300 in 2016 to $6,123,200 in 2017. An efficient flow of cash should be characterized by...
Introduction Business leaders need to be aware of the factors that might affect organisational performance. A macro environment will encompass the major factors defining a given economy. Some of the key attributes investors need to consider include employment, social factors, fiscal policies and inflation. The purpose of this presentation is...
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is one the most vital parts of the modern trade. It is an intergovernmental organization, regulating sales across the world. It has a long history, which can be traced back to 1947. Providing a forum for negotiating agreements the agency is responsible for the world’s...
The upcoming negotiation process with Absentia Ltd. must not be equal or worse than Grouse’s offer. The latter company is offering of total present values equal to $17.5 to 19.5 million and the upfront $7.5 million in cash. Therefore, Grouse’s offer can be considered to be the best alternative to...
Main Argument The main argument put forward by Marx is that primitive accumulation of capital has come to play a relatively the same role in political economy as the story of original sin plays in theology. When it comes to the history of capital accumulation from its primitive form, any...
Profitability Ratios The inflation of prices affects the financial ratios reported by organizations. Companies usually prepare financial reports, either quarterly, semi-annually, or annually. During these different periods, inflation might occur, leading to the distortion of prices (Rashid, 2018). Eventually, failure to reflect real prices of commodities will emerge in the...
The United States employed fiscal and monetary policies to respond to the Great Recession of 2008. The Federal Reserve, Congress, and Bush and Obama administration responded well to the financial meltdown. The fiscal policy entailed an increase in government spending coupled with tax cuts. The fiscal policy spurred economic growth...
Macroeconomic Variables Affecting the Amusement Park Industry Products and services offered by the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. include theme parks, hotel lodging, cruises, and tours. Therefore, the company belongs to the amusement park industry, which is a subcategory of the travel and leisure industry. Consequently, macroeconomic variables...
Introduction The last twenty years have witnessed several innovations which have made several implications to the financial sector. There are many instruments that have been employed by financial institutions like banks since 1970. Some of the innovations are: butterfly spreads, Eurobonds, program trading, collateralized mortgage bonds among others. These innovations...
Dear 1987 Black Monday Black Monday occurred on the 19th day of October 1987, and it greatly affected the stock market. It came to an end on Tuesday 20th with the government’s intervention. Before opening the financial market the Federal Reserve issued a short statement that said it would intervene...
Executive Summary The UAE and other Middle Eastern countries pose a great market for real estate investments (Walker, 2009). The UAE’s political, economic, and social environment is also suitable for foreign investment. However, the company is bound to experience competitive challenges from real estate multinationals and agents because they constitute...
Introduction Monopolistic competition refers to a market structure where products are differentiated and a large number of producers compete with each other to satisfy the unlimited customer base. In this marketing structure, producers have a certain level of price control, trade barriers are few and the customer perception on price...
Introducton Procter and gamble company began its operations in the year 1837 and immediately after the Second World War it globalized its operations. P&G as it has come to be known focuses on transforming slow-moving products into promising business ventures. The company has been said to concentrate on its core...
Introduction A financial crisis refers to a situation where the assets of financial institutions keep on reducing their value. A financial crisis may occur in banks, at the stock market, or in Mortgage firms. In 2008, the world witnessed a slowdown in economic growth that saw an upsurge in the...
The research paper relates to Sysco Corporation. The firm’s background information has been given with reference to the products that the firm deals in. A set of objectives for research paper are outlined. The core objective of the research paper was to conduct an analysis of the barriers that Sysco...
Introduction We start our discussion by trying to understand the Asian market as a whole. Asia as a continent that has grown in all aspects including its economy; this growth is not unique to the region but was also realized in other parts of the world. The economic development of...
This paper will throw light upon the price theory which is extremely important to understand. Demand and supply play the most pivotal role in deciding the price of a commodity or a service. The same will be elucidated further with the help of Euro star which is a fast-speed train,...
Introduction Real estate is a common lawful term used to include land together with anything permanently attached to it (Brown & Matysiak 2000). The attachments may include assets such as buildings or any other thing that is fixed in location. Real estates till now maintains a quite high share of...
The 1990s saw the term globalization become more apparent in the west mostly in the disciplines of politics, sociology, mass media, and economics. Various definitions have been developed in an attempt to fully capture all the elements inherent in the process. Generally, it is seen as the process through which...
Introduction The field of industrial relations deals with the relationships between workers, more often groups of workers, and the management of an organization. This is why union systems are integral and one of the most important issues connected with the industrial relations. Union system may be characterized by numerous trade...
The world is full of things which a man likes or adores. In supermarkets, for example, people try to choose something about food or about household; in galleries one cannot but admire the pictures of different painters; on railway stations one can be astonished with well-run work of the administration...
The Australian economy is considered to be referred to as the prosperous one in accordance with its mining, agricultural and service sectors. The overview of Australian economy has shown that this country is one of the most profitable on the international market with its GDP of $889 billion. The history...
China is one of the oldest countries in the world and it also hosts the world’s oldest civilization. Traditionally China has been a very influential country with its cultural, technological, economic and religious sphere extending over whole of East Asia including neighbours such as Vietnam, Korea and Japan. In the...
Abstract Much can be said about the differences and similarities of the IMF and WB. But that is not the concentration of this paper. Instead, this paper shall concentrate and focus on the various functions that fall upon the International Monetary Fund as a part of the world economic foundation....
Abstract With the term of Globalization being in vogue and regional integration agreements being signed across the globe, the coalition of the concepts has been questioned. On one hand, the two concepts are considered as facilitators of each other while on the other hand, the thinkers like Kudo Akira believe...
Introduction Money is the issue of the economy, due to the political and social, and other factors affecting different aspects of life and household. Money is an asset, making positive or negative or some other functional effect. Goods, demands, propositions are constantly dependent on the money supply. And the money...
Inflation is essentially the rise in general price of goods and services over a period of time in economics. It is more commonly referred to as price inflation in now. It can also be understood as the decline in the real value of money and consumer’s purchasing power. As inflation...
Introduction The banking and financial institutions are under severe pressure these days. The globalization and networking of economies have resulted in a cascade effect on the stock market, economies, and of course the financial viability of many companies and institutions. Australia too has not been far from this cascading effect...
Introduction The financial crisis of 2008 affected cultural institutions across the United States. For instance, the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Los Angeles found itself financially strapped and incapable of achieving most of its cultural objectives. The absence of government support and reduced endowment gifts forced many institutions to...
Abstract This paper outlines the knowledge management in the context of globalization and using personal experience with virtual learning. Both the class theory of organizational knowledge management and innovational strategies are reviewed. Companies will be able to use distance learning and other applications or platforms to spread expertise and competencies...
Introduction The development and survival of corporations in the globalized and expanding market depend on their capacity to satisfy customers. Consumer fulfillment pivot on recognizing, understanding, and executing the advertising techniques, data on the behavior consumers display in processing, handling, utilizing, and discarding goods to satisfy their requirements and needs....
Introduction Among a variety of factors that can influence students’ pursuing a postsecondary education, parental income plays one of the key roles. It is important to determine whether there are any changes in trends for the years of 2001-2014 in students’ enrolment in postsecondary education based on the factor of...
Executive Summary A large Canadian company is considering expanding its foreign operations to include Taiwan. It has an approximate size of 36,200 square kilometers. As a result, this country is an attractive market due to its large population of 23.5 million people. In this market, the Canadian company is expected...
Introduction The topic selected for this report is “Investigation of the relationship between the number of Starbucks’s stores per capita and Canada’s ‘GDP per Capita’.” Starbucks Coffee Company (Starbucks) is a leading coffee brand that has the largest chain of stores. It is based in Seattle, Washington and its shares...
Recent economic analysis of real wages in the United States over the past four decades shows that there has not been a meaningful growth in income despite the yearly adjustments of salaries and wages (Tyler, 2018). The annual increase in wages of American workers does not demonstrate an actual improvement...
Price is one of the most potent instruments affecting the global economy, different countries’ economic and social stability, as well as the life of millions of humans and even various species on the planet. Higher prices let people earn more and improve their living standards while they can also make...
Country’s Macro Environment The Description of the Country Mexico is a country with a total population of 129,163,276 (as of the end of 2017) that is located in the Southern area of North America, having borders with Belize, the United States, and Guatemala (“Mexico: Introduction,” 2018). The country’s income level...
The business marketplace undergoes considerable changes regularly, creating new options to improve the working process or avoid unpredictable problems. The promotion of specialization is a common and reliable step in terms of which specialists understand their duties and do their work faster because of the level of knowledge and experience...
The stock market and the sphere of securities are areas that can help to make a good profit if the participant is well aware of all their features. However, without the relevant knowledge and reliable information on the nuances of buying and selling stocks, a newcomer can waste money. An...
Introduction In Chapter 7, Wheelan provides an overview of the basic mechanisms of financial markets. The ideas presented by the author can be used to discuss this case study. The chapter is also written in a manner that ensures numerous illustrative examples, which helps to understand the notions, mechanisms, and...
Introduction The company budget is based on the ‘Use It or Lose It’ budgeting approach. As such, various departments have the propensity to utilize idle financial resources toward the end of every financial year. It is generally observed that this spending tendency is ostensibly based on the notion that the...
Comparing and Contrasting the Views of Stephen Brooks and Eugene Gholz In the past two decades, a multiplicity of analytical fulcrums have been advanced from diverse quarters about the role of globalization in either promoting or weakening national and international security. Many international relations scholars and security experts have taken...
Summary of Factors and my Belief of what is going to Happen Most economists according to the article have given pessimistic forecasts as far as economic growth is concerned. In line with the lowered forecasts, the Obama administration has formulated several policies to address the issue and spur growth. Sluggish...
Effect of the high demand for corn on its substitute soybeans and effect of the high demand for corn on soybeans farm An increase in the quantity demanded of corn oil will reduce demand for its substitute corn oil. Farmers will consider supplying more of the highly demanded corn oil...
Benefits of Economies of scale A franchise firm is big company which means that their cost of every unit sold or produced is lower and this implies that they earn higher profits; thus, as the firm expands, the cost per every unit sold or produced significantly reduces (Abraham, 2007). Franchise...
Following the interview between a member of our research team and one of the directors of a bank, a multinational bank with branches all over the world, we were able to deduce the firm’s goals as follows; The vision is to be the champion of the socio-economic prosperity of the...
Opportunity Cost of Getting Education An opportunity cost refers to the cost that is usually the next best option available to a person amongst a set of mutually exclusive choices. This cost which is a fundamental concept of economics describes the basic relationship that exists between scarcity and choice where...
Introduction The housing market of Canada is managed and governed by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. It provides up-to-date and reliable reports, which help monitor the Canadian housing market, analyze it, and make predictions about its development. This resource provides data related to the rental market, housing construction, mortgage...
The chapter focuses on international trade and how most governments usually view free trade as ideal but may interfere with the trading for political and economic reasons. The instruments used by governments to regulate trade include; tariffs, subsidies on goods, import quotas on goods and services, voluntarily restraining some exports,...
Introduction The article called Investing at Every Age raises the issue of investing that depends on the age and goals of a person. This is a highly relevant problem in most countries and communities. Investing is a complicated and very important process that requires knowledge and experience. However, most people...
Milton was a pre-eminent American Economist who earned accolades for his free-market economic theory (407). A free market economy is a system in which the prices of goods and services are determined purely by the demand and supply in the market. There is no government intervention to determine such prices....
Introduction Finances and exchange rates play a substantial role in the functioning of the international market while ensuring the circulations of goods and services. The importance of these economic matters cannot be underestimated, as the currency devaluation caused by the fluctuations in the exchange rates could be regarded as a...
Introduction The Net Present Value Rule (NPV) states that in the case of a positive NPV, an investment is to be accepted and in the case of a negative NPV, the investment should be rejected. The NPV Rule stipulates that by investing in the projects that have the NPV over...
Introduction Overview This chapter covers the background to the study, problem statement, research objectives, questions and the significance of the study. Background to the study In early 2013, the British Prime Minister declared that the country will vote to decide whether the country should remain or exit the European (Whyte...
For most intents and purposes, credit cards are superior to carrying cash. They are more compact and secure and can enable payments over the Internet. The situation for vendors is somewhat different, but credit card readers are becoming increasingly widespread. Nevertheless, many people prefer to use cash instead of cards...
Introduction Background and context The modern business environment could be characterised by the unique diversity and tendency towards the globalisation. However, at the moment, we could observe the overwhelming prevalence of a small number of companies and the dominance of western economies when developing states have few opportunities to enter...
The strategy adopted by Vue Cinemas to acquire Ster Century posed a potential threat to ticket prices because the company would gain monopoly power to control the pricing of products in the industry. Monopolies are companies with exclusive control in the market and in a monopolistic competition market prices are...
During the last several decades, Russia has been one of the leading importers of agricultural products globally. The country developed business relationships with different countries and established trade agreements in different sectors. However, the geopolitical events of 2014 created certain changes in the relationships between Russia and other countries (Liefert...
Introduction It is necessary to mention that the influence of the capitalist market economy on impoverished working people is the topic that has been actively discussed over the last few years. Karl Marx and Adam Smith are two prominent figures whose works are praised and commonly studied. A contrast between...
Introduction Knowing the different roles that family members play in decision-making concerning purchases is not enough. In addition, it is important to understand why certain family members directly influence decisions of the household, while others do so indirectly. At the same time, being familiar with the latest trends in role...
In his TED (2004) Talk ‘What Consumers Want’ Joseph Pine questioned a common premise that modern technology will be able to provide an effective shift from mass to unique authentic experiences between the customer and the brand. Pine does not agree with the supposition that such experiences can be inauthentic,...
Introduction This research report covers Government Spending on Social Housing Programs in Canada. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) acknowledges that the private housing market can meet housing needs of nearly 80% of Canadians without government involvement (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation 1). However, the private market leaves about 20%...
Introduction An iron ore deposit is a mineral collection of sufficient size, iron-content, and chemical composition with physical and economic aspects that makes it a viable source of iron either immediately or potentially. Economic viability is essential. No definite limits can be set on the size, grade, or mineral composition...
What is the current macroeconomic situation in the U.S? The macroeconomic situation in the US is currently faced with high inflation rates, which paint a gloomy picture to many US citizens (Baumol & Blinder, 2011). In the recent past, the US has come out of a recession that affected the...
Introduction The price of a commodity in the market is determined by factors such as own price, price of substitutes, price of compliments, and consumer tastes and preferences, among others. For a normal good, an increase in its price decreases its demand. Substitutes are commodities that serve the same purpose....
Introduction Imperialism can be defined as a form of governance where the maintenance and control of a country’s power and resource are done by the military. Imperialism is also regarded as the highest form of capitalism, and it is very exploitative in terms of the country’s resource and labor forces....
Poverty is defined as the state of deficiency of a certain amount of material wealth or money. In common use, it normally refers to a lack of enough food materials, safe and clean water, healthcare and education, and clothing and shelter. World poverty figures have been rising since the second...
Abstract The paper outlines the primary challenges of Zimbabwe economic system and provides a consistent account of inefficient economic strategies that disrupt the country’s well-being. The notion of Mugabenomics is reviewed in the case study. Due to the findings of the case, there is a threat of Zimbabwe becoming the...
Identification of an Ongoing Ethical Failure in Metro Vancouver The Metro Vancouver Regional District, also known as Greater or Metro Vancouver, is a modern and well-developed area with more than two million Canadians from various ethnic groups living there. Despite the intention to create favorable conditions for all citizens, sometimes,...
Introduction The issue of minimum wage has raised significant concern in many countries across the globe due to the increased debate around economic disparities. The main focus among economic experts and the government is to establish a reasonable balance between social justice and financial necessity. Originally, minimum compensation was supposed...
Introduction The key goals of the Federal Reserve are tied to promoting full employment, sustainable growth, and steady prices. While decisions made by the governing body are independent, the Federal Reserve is subject to Congressional Oversight. As the Central Bank of the United States, the organization achieves its functions by...
Introduction The robust banking system is based on the strength of the leading financial organizations. Among the most well-known banks are J.P. Morgan, Bank of America, Citibank, and Wells Fargo. However, behind the veneer of success and unbreakable nature are countless scandals, undermining the reputation of each bank. From the...
Executive Summary This task involves analyzing the dividend growth and implied rate of return for AT&T and Verizon. First, the most recent quarterly dividend for AT&T will be identified on the “Dividends” page of morningstar.com, which is $0.52 per share. Based on this, the total expected dividend for the next...
The Core Functions of the Bank of Hawaii The Bank of Hawaii is one of the oldest financial institutions in the country. It has operated since 1897 and is located in Honolulu (Yahoo Finance, 2023). This institution offers financial services to individuals and companies, ensuring sufficient economic activity. Retail Banking...
Research Background The research study mainly focuses on training, performance, and labor productivity concepts and their effects on staff retention in the Qatar banking sector. The study’s relevance is that the banking industry plays an essential role in the Arab country’s economy. In 2023, Qatar banking is unstable, especially after...
Introduction In the intricate world of customer service, portraying friendliness is akin to unlocking the golden gateway to customer satisfaction and loyalty. The art of customer interaction transcends the mere transactional exchange of goods and services. It is a delicate dance where the organization must employ many techniques to exude...
Introduction Understanding the numerous aspects that influence a society’s growth and well-being is necessary for measuring societal success. Economic growth, gross domestic product (GDP), per capita income, employment rates, and poverty levels are a few of the variables frequently used to evaluate social performance. However, there is a growing understanding...
Nominal GDP and Real GDP When measuring the Gross Domestic Product, government agencies first assess it without the effects of inflation (nominal GDP), and then factor the impact of price changes (real GDP). Thus, real GDP is adjusted for inflation while nominal GDP does not consider how changes in the...
