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Introduction The functioning of the national financial system is reliant on the effectiveness of the management of macroeconomic factors for the stability of the domestic market. In the United States of America, the federal reserve has been established as a tool for regulating the economy of the country and balancing...
Based on the current long-term interest rates, expectations theory aims to forecast how the short-term interest rates will change or behave in the future. According to the hypothesis, an investor would make the same amount of interest by purchasing two consecutive one-year bonds as opposed to one two-year bond today...
Many professionals and analysts in the industry have talked about the events that led to a massive financial crisis in the United States in 2008. In his review, Madrick looks at several publications about the mortgage implosion. The author argues that, although the system initially had some potential value for...
Summary As a key component of Dubai’s economy, DEWA is critical in assisting the Emirate’s growth and transition to a zero-economy economy. DEWA is a prominent participant in the area because of its great track record of technological innovation and operational efficiency and a prudent and diversified financial policy. Its...
The Internal Revenue Service is tasked with collecting taxes in the United States and monitors transactions made by those in real and cryptocurrency businesses. The IRS requires crypto to provide taxpayer information for taxpayers with over $20000 in proceeds or more than 200 transactions in any given year. The provision...
Introduction The world as a whole should benefit from economic prosperity. According to the UN (n.d.), SDG8’s aim is to “promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all” (para. 1). This is why the government must ensure that economic growth produces honest...
While Sweden and Italy share multiple characteristics, such as political democracy, relative territorial proximity, and similar traits, the political economies contrast on various levels. It can be attributed to the fact that Sweden is an example of classic corporatism. Thus, different corporate groups form associations that can then advocate and...
Introduction Technology is an essential element in the global business environment since it has revolutionized the international economy by making it become a vital competitive strategy. Technological changes have contributed to markets and production globalization by facilitating the transition of services from manual to electronic delivery in every sector (Marszk...
According to Brigham & Houston (2021), an ownership stake in a company is represented by common stock, each of which entitles the owner to dividends and the ability to vote on the company’s directors and policies. On the other hand, a bond is a long-term agreement between the borrower and...
Based on the Ricardian Trade model, it is worth having free trade even if some people are losing. Free trade promotes access to lower-priced goods with higher quality. Although some people in the home country will experience losses, imports from countries like Mexico and China are cheap, and this helps...
Governments in different countries have specific industries considered critical in realization of developmental goals in the economy. The industrial policy supports the allocation of resources to sectors thought to be most essential by a certain administration. The opportunity cost concepts in economics can clearly explain the shift of resources from...
Economics, a diverse discipline that extends beyond fiscal matters and quantitative proficiency, presents a dynamic and gratifying career trajectory. Fundamentally, it delves into human conduct and the distribution of resources within societal frameworks. This complex field encompasses micro and macroeconomics, examining the forces that drive individual decision-making and the larger...
The video “Stand-up Economists Play Off Finances for Laughs” by PBS NewsHour begins with a presentation of Yoram Bauman, an American economist. He rejects the general idea of the economy being considered a dismal and boring discipline. Bauman proclaims himself “the world’s first stand-up economist” and entertains the public with...
Love can be expressed in multiple unusual and genius ways. One of these means is demonstrated in the page “14 Ways an Economist Says I Love You” (Fosslien). The images and their captions illustrate that pleasure experienced from Valentine’s Day and love can be viewed by economists as perfect economic...
The writings in the article are a representation of the economist comedian himself. Yoram Bauman argues that he is the only stand-up economist in the world who is also gaining considerable popularity. His most popular video gained over one million views (The world’s first). Bauman has a Ph.D. in economics,...
In the USA Biden aims to address social problems by expanding the scope and size of the government social spending. However, such idea is highly debatable and can lead to negative economic consequences. In the article “Can We Afford a Welfare State?” by N. Gregory Mankiw, the author discusses the...
Venezuela Half a century ago, Venezuela was the world’s second oil-producing country. Its production began in the country back in the 20s by large American companies (“Death by Socialism”). Oil provided 90% of exports and 60% of budget revenues (“Death by Socialism”). The country quickly became the leader in Latin...
The change in the Australian 2021 indicator of unemployment is the representation of cyclical unemployment since it lasted less than a year. While growing by 42.3% from 2019 to 2020, the unemployment rate decreased in the following year to 33.8% from 2020 to 2021 as seen in table 1 (University...
Introduction The banking sector in the last two years has been impacted greatly by the COVID-19 pandemic. The situation led to emergence of various innovations and a new way of thinking in terms of the approach towards work. For instance, the Moroccan Central Bank adopted the idea of working at...
To assist the economy in achieving its objectives of expansion, level of employment, and price stability, the government is taking several measures. It exploits its power of taxing and spending through fiscal policy and exercises its authority to control the money supply and the level of interest rates through monetary...
Introduction The healthcare market, and the health care system in general, is unique and very different from markets for other goods and services. The recent collapse of the global healthcare system associated with Covid19 has highlighted the need for a more detailed and in-depth study of the healthcare market. Understanding...
Introduction Budget credibility is a crucial concept in public financial management (PFM) that determines how reliable and transparent government spending is. In turn, high budget credibility improves public trust in the official fiscal strategy, reduces the risks of corruption, and represents more accurate monetary planning and financial policies. Ultimately, the...
Introduction This paper is about overconsumption and Black Friday influence in the market. The term overconsumption refers to the situation where utilization of natural resources is more than the current ability to generate more (Ardley & May, 2020). When overconsumption is experienced for a long time, it is difficult to...
Background of the Case Bonds are loans between investors and corporations. Companies issue bonds in order to raise money for ensuring interest payments in exchange (Bond Issuers). The maturity date is the day when a company is obligated to repay its investor the bond (Bond Issuers) fully. In this case,...
The cryptocurrency market is expanding at an alarming rate, and it is estimated that it will surpass the $5 billion mark by 2030. Although investors and big business organizations have tried to evade the influence of cryptocurrency in the market, their evasion might not be sustainable for long. However, the...
Income inequality is one of the significant legacies of colonialism. During the era of colonialism, colonies were perceived to be a major source of raw materials and for the industries of the developed nations. As a result, developing countries were deprived of their resources, making it difficult for their local...
Overview of Rule Changes Change No.1 The Liberal Government has recently introduced 4 essential changes in current Canadian housing and mortgage rules. It is difficult to state that Canadian homebuyers were in a vulnerable position but announced adjustments intended to ensure additional protection of citizens from mortgages they cannot afford....
Changes in vital macroeconomic variables demonstrate how demographic shifts significantly impact the United States economy. Many factors, including saving habits, productivity, and investment opportunities, all contribute to long- and short-term macroeconomic conditions. Older people are slowing down economic growth, which has an adverse effect on actual returns and increases inflationary...
1929’s share market crash is regarded as the most disastrous occurrence in the heritage of the US financial marketplace. On October 29, a day renowned as Black Tuesday, the stock plunged 12%, sparking what would become the Great Depression (Beaudreau 631). Investment firms and senior bankers sought to calm the...
America has one of the greatest national economies, serving as a capitalist and democratic benchmark for many countries worldwide. Its financial markets, growth, and innovation have always helped the government to retain its impeccable reputation. However, the history of the U.S. economy is long and not without failures. The system...
Introduction Economic integration offers numerous benefits to states of the Eurozone. These include multiple market opportunities, stable economies, mutual support, and specific monetary union with a single currency. Thus, the creation of the second one can add unnecessary complexity to the functioning of this organization. It means that there can...
Investing in any market or venture carries the risk that the expected return on investment will not be realized or the initial investment will not be recovered. These risks may be ignored when the amount involved is negligible and if the loss cannot affect the financial health of the individual...
Introduction With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been concerns that the South Pacific could become one of the most vulnerable regions for the spread of the coronavirus. Many of the island nations of Oceania have “fragile” health systems, which are reflected in the lack of equipment, infrastructure...
Biezma, M. V., Andrés, M. A., Agudo, D., & Briz, E. (2020). Most fatal oil & gas pipeline accidents through history: A lessons learned approach. Engineering Failure Analysis, 110, 104446. Web. This source is a scholarly research conducted by Biezma et al. (2020) and posted in the Engineering Failure Analysis...
The vision of a free market with an invisible hand taking care of social benefits and public well-being serves as one of the dimensions of capitalism as an ideology. For its achievement, the market should adhere to specific conditions and be competition-based and economically unbiased. However, there are numerous barriers...
Introduction A developing country is a nation whose economy is in the process of development. This means that these countries are working to improve the living standards of their citizens and expand their economic base. In general, developing countries are characterized by low levels of income (Saner et al., 2019)....
Introduction Numerous people have stopped taking care of their retirement security in old age, becoming accustomed to having the state accomplish it. At the same time, the state system of pensions and various social benefits has become hostage to what has brought it privileges in the past. Therefore, understanding the...
Introduction Credit history determines a person’s ability to manage debt in the future. It demonstrates the time, place, and organization of the owed credit and affects a person’s opportunities and chances for applying for the credits or loans. A person with a low credit history is less likely to rent...
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...
Industry Goods and Services As a commodity of the contemporary era, the fashion industry is the third-largest global enterprise after automobiles and technology (Pelikánová et al., 2021). Fashion is dedicated to the trade of manufacturing and making clothes sales, and it incorporates manufacturing, design, distribution, retailing, marketing, and promotion. Further,...
Executive Summary This research paper investigates the nexus between human trafficking and national security from an economics perspective. The main research variables investigated in the inquiry relate to the global sociopolitical issues, economic interests underpinning the trade, and health factors affecting national security. The secondary research method was used to...
For many products, demand is more elastic from the price for a long rather than a short period. One of the reasons is that it takes time for people to change their consumer habits. For example, even if coffee prices rise sharply, the required amount will decrease only gradually since...
Introduction This economic evaluation concerns the program developed to help prevent suicide and drug overdose in Racoon City. Suicide and drug overdose present severe problems for young people who represent approximately 35% of the total Racoon city population (Program Evaluation Scenario). This age category presents the experimental group in the...
Capital Budgeting Techniques Capital budgeting is a significant part of a project, and the corresponding techniques allow business owners to improve the wealth of investors and stockholders. The primary purpose of capital budgeting techniques (CBT) is to recover the invested capital and further increase the overall profit of all parties...
Russia’s war in Ukraine is one of the most devastating events in the XXI century. Besides causing thousands of human tragedies and destroying local infrastructure, it is changing the global economy forever. The global supply chain of goods is one of the spheres deeply affected by the war. Due to...
Tension / problem / practical The topic of black tax has particular disturbing importance for me. My story starts in my motherland, Zimbabwe, in Matare. In my childhood, I realized that proper education and well-paid jobs should be available for all people, regardless of their status, blood ties, and opportunities....
Introduction Banking has evolved in several ways throughout the decades. Compared to previous years, banks now provide a wider variety of goods and services, and they do it more quickly and effectively. However, banking’s core role continues to be the same as it has historically been. Banking institutions utilize a...
Introduction Complexity refers to a topic that many individuals intuitively comprehend. If more requirements or components are added, a system automatically becomes more complex. In the digital era, as internationalization and technology advances establish an ever-evolving world at a rapid pace, it is difficult not to see the effects of...
Introduction The global economy of the modern world forces economists to consider all of its parts, including East Asia since they influence the market altogether. As highlighted in Africanus (2018), “rapid structural changes from agriculture to manufacturing, rapid employment growth, and improvement in health and safety standards” led to the...
It is crucial to understand how the Federal Reserve affects the country’s economy and why its approach is not apparent to the public. Monetary policy can be defined as the official regulation of market operations based on the analysis of the most recent economic developments (Mankiw, 2018). It represents the...
The county government of Ann Arundel spends close to trillions of US dollars on its annual budget expenditure. The money is funded from the local taxes and finances all state departments’ needs in providing necessary services to the community. As such, analyzing the expenditure of Ann Arundel’s county departments and...
In 1946, the year after World War II, there were 3.4 million births, a 20 percent increase over 1945; the so-called “baby boom” officially started at this point (Hayes, 2022). There were an extra 3.8 million births in 1947, 3.9 million in 1952, and over 4 million births each year...
Introduction The oil sector has brought more substantial harm than benefits to the world. Since oil was first produced commercially in the mid-19th century in the USA, the global oil rush has left more damage to humanity than benefits. For decades, oil has been fundamental in fuelling our motor vehicles...
Mitigation programs have a critical preventive function in case of emergencies. As a rule, these programs are undertaken at the state level, but the support of the business sector and community members is equally important. With their help, local support of resources, distribution of management coordination, and assistance in monitoring...
Introduction Tax issues always depend on various external factors affecting the level of politics and economics. The strongest of these is the pandemic, which has required an immediate response from governments around the world. The pandemic has made adjustments to the global economy, consumer behavior styles, and company opportunities and...
Introduction Capital budgeting entails identifying projects that will bring value to a business. It can encompass a wide variety of activities, from land acquisition to the acquisition of fixed assets such as a new truck or piece of machinery (Mohan & Narwal, 2017). Businesses are often obligated, or at the...
For this discussion, I found an article discussing future fuel price rises. Given world events and the instability of the global economy, this news should be put into the context of possible prospects. Changes in logistics routes for raw materials and the revision of investment currencies are also strongly influencing...
The wage system in the restaurant industry differs from the rest of the business segments. Black (2021) writes that waiters in cafés and restaurants have a particular type of minimum wage for tipped employees, which is significantly lower than the standard federal minimum wage. As a result, waiters rely on...
Introduction The idea of expanding into the global environment and capturing an increasingly large audience is typically represented not only as a desirable goal for developing companies but also as a natural stage of corporate growth. As a rule, cross-border mergers and acquisitions (CBM/As) are regarded as essential tools in...
In modern-day business, capital budgeting is rather crucial for a number of reasons. Various methods of that tool may be helpful for businesses and their managers in making the right decisions. Moreover, certain projects can be followed by various concerning risks. This is why every manager should take them into...
Discrimination in various kinds is always harmful and destructive action, whether it considers more narrow or broader aspects. There is a specific type of discrimination in the business industry, specifically the sales field. Marketers and managers can speculate prices based on customers’ characteristics or buying opportunities. Thus, this paper aims...
Every year the number of innovations that humanity masters worldwide is becoming more and more. The main task of any invention is to improve or simplify a person’s daily life. Despite this, controversial innovations are emerging in the world that were created to improve lives but at the same time,...
Introduction Inflation and oil prices are actual modern themes, as they are directly connected with the incomes and wealth of most people. Various factors influence them, and only some of them may be regulated by the government. In addition, every governmental regulation leads to drawbacks: for example, it may reduce...
Introduction The strength of the national economy is determined by various aspects and market indicators, including GDP growth, the level of foreign trade, and many other criteria. One of the significant factors to consider is the currency’s stability and its relevance to the international market. Regarding the countries of the...
The article What If Riding the Bus Were Free by Andrea Bennett offers a perspective on the benefits of society’s transition to free transportation service. The paper contains nine headings under which it discusses various issues of free travel – current programs, social conditions (invalidity, race, gender), experiments, and tax...
Quite possibly, Benjamin Graham would have called my philosophy and train of thought an attempt at speculation due to insufficient analysis of McDonald’s and Coca-Cola. The valuation could have been based on a broader time frame and many other external factors that affect the price. It is worth taking into...
Introduction Japan is among the most developed countries in the Asian continent. It has an unregulated trade and is a member of the two major global governance clubs, namely the G7 and G20. The country’s main industries are manufacturing, agriculture, fishing, and tourism. It lies off the eastern coast of...
Financial markets provide an avenue for selling and exchanging physical assets, and many businesses go into these markets to raise capital and make investments. The markets have five major components; the derivative market, equity market, debt market, foreign-exchange market, and mortgage market (Sobti, 2018). The derivative market is a component...
Introduction: Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Growth The decade between 2010 and 2019 was phenomenal for the United States economy because it was the first decade the country did not record a recession since 1850. The United States experienced a stabilized economy and an upward growth between 2010 and 2019,...
Introduction China bids on foreign infrastructure development due to its potential to advance Chinese diplomacy and economy and enhance security. The Belt and Road (BR) project was announced by President Xi Jinping in 2013 (Ye, 2020). The first reason, foreign “infrastructure diplomacy,” was to enhance “mutual connectivity” throughout the Asian...
Introduction Natural gas and LNG are natural resources traded as commodities and widely used worldwide for various purposes: primarily for energy production. Those are heat generation in cold regions of Earth in winter and natural gas usage at power plants for electricity generation. Natural gas is, basically, methane, a gaseous...
The fantastic weather is one of the most prominent reasons why people relocate to Tampa. Many of Tampa’s neighborhoods are peaceful and secure, with abundant natural vegetation and animals. The coastline, watercraft, and other fantastic parks are among the many attractions in Tampa that are suitable for families. The City...
Hyperinflation can be referred to as a situation where there is an excessive, rapid, and uncontrollable increase in the price of commodities in an economy (Simonson, 2021). Other economists define hyperinflation as accelerating inflation or very rapid inflation, often with more than 50% per month. It is a sporadic event,...
The modern world is characterized by the emphasis of many states on the policy of globalization. Under this strategy is understood the establishment of cooperation between nations and governments, as well as the unification of mankind in the face of common problems of both androgenic and natural nature. Based on...
Gasoline taxes are an important policy tool for reducing reliance on oil imports, curbing externalities associated with car use, and increasing government revenues. Externalities associated with car use are local air pollution, CO2 emissions, traffic accidents, and traffic congestion (Andersson, 2019). Concerns about climate change, air pollution, national budget imbalances,...
The Unemployment Rate In the context of present-day developments, the unemployment rate appears to be a crucial indicator for evaluating the economic situation in different countries. It reflects the general living standards of the population and the level of poverty. However, the question about which categories of workers should be...
Introduction Demographic change refers to changes in the size, composition, and distribution of a population over time. Real estate includes the rights of ownership and use; everything immovable and tangible that comprises property can be classified as real estate, including houses. Basically, anything natural or man-made which has a value...
Introduction The study’s main objectives include identifying the role of SMEs in the U.S. economy. The research will consider the number of SMEs in a specific city, identify their primary activities, find the number of employees working in a specific SME, and estimate these changes. The project will also aim...
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq) are the largest stock exchanges in the United States. The fundamental similarity between them lies in the trade organization model — both NYSE and Nasdaq use market makers to maintain a fair and orderly market (Hayes, 2022). A...
Introduction Africa has been struggling for years with attempts to increase the country’s economic growth and make it more progressive. Although the government eventually succeeded in some areas there is still a lot to achieve compared to the developed European countries. The main three reasons for slow growth are economic...
Banks are the main financial intermediaries not only in the national but also in the global economy. Accordingly, the progressive development of the international economic system with all its connections and interdependencies depends on how stably and efficiently their activities are organized. To prevent financial crises and create conditions for...
Introduction Since the end of Apartheid system in the early 1990s, South Africa has continued to prosper economically. The policies set by the South African government to ensure the redistribution of wealth have been second to none. Nonetheless, the issue of inequality, particularly financial disparity, remains rampant in South Africa....
The invasion of Ukraine by Russia threatens to have far-reaching consequences for many of Ukraine’s neighbors. Moldova stands as an example of Ukraine’s neighbors that has experienced effects of the war. It is the smallest country in Eastern Europe, with a populace of fewer than three million people and now...
For this work, it is assumed that shares were bought from two companies: McDonald’s and Coca-Cola, on February 23, 2022. The current count is taken from the available date of June 1, which is 98 days between dates. The total and annual percentage returns are shown in Table 2, which...
Introduction With the evolving technology the nature of trading is also changing drastically. High-frequency trading (HFT) is one example that enables firms, private businesses, and other institutions to execute a trade within fractions of seconds using certain algorithms and different computer programs. This method of trading has become very popular...
One of the main features of the development of the world community in recent decades has been globalization as part of the profound integration processes that are changing the world structure. Since globalization has become a real agenda for the geopolitical arena, critical transformations have taken place in the world....
Investment decisions should be made after a thorough analysis of the company’s previous and current financial experiences to be successful and have a high chance of generating profits. Therefore, as a potential investor, I would avoid investing in the company I have investigated for only one term, even if this...
Review of Financial Articles This paper is a presentation of a review of articles that talk about financial theories. The first article is titled Theory and Policy in response to “leaden age” financial instability: Comment on Felix written by Pollin (1997). The second article is named Measuring the Impact of...
Introduction The Australian economy has shown flexibility in tough times like the COVID-19 pandemic. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) stated that the Australian economic growth rate remains at 4.2 percent as of March 2022 (The Australian Economy, 2022). It is projected that the Australian gross domestic product (GDP) will be...
China’s economy has been the world’s fastest expanding, Since the 1980s. It took over four decades for China to begin economic reforms and trade liberalization. The “fastest sustained expansion by a large economy ever,” the World Bank said. Since 1979, when it opened its doors to foreign commerce and investment,...
Introduction In addition to its social importance in human life, housing is also one of the primary investment instruments for investors and households in Turkey. In countries with a high population growth rate and where capital markets are not deep enough, housing investments are widely preferred by individual investors. As...
Introduction The rise in the price of gasoline is a widely discussed topic in Australia. This market affects and significantly affects the lives of both end consumers and at larger and larger levels of the economy. Since the Morrisson government significantly promoted the idea of reducing the pressure on the...
Introduction A trading bloc refers to an agreement between different countries that reduces barriers among member states. They can be in the form of stand-alone treaties amongst some nations or part of a regional organization. These institutions result in trade liberalization and creation between states as they are treated favorably...
Bordo (2000) mainly expounds on Anna Schwartz’s sound finances and stable monetary policies. His work presents American historical evidence that shows the interrelationship between measures of financial movement and aggregate price stability. Therefore, the primary purpose of this article is to examine the application and effect of Anna’s policies. Bordo...
Introduction Reform strategies, including abolishing price restrictions, deregulation of capital markets, reduction of trade-based barriers, and commercialization and austerity, are examples of neoliberalism today. Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. came into agreement with the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in 1994. The free-based trade agreement went into effect on...
Introduction The United States has encountered many incidences of recession since the end of World War II. However, the Great Recession, which suppressed the country’s economy, occurred throughout 2008 until June 2009. The financial crisis severely traumatized employees in industries, household livelihood, and routine production activities (Gertler & Gilchrist, 2018)....
Introduction The political stability of any country depends on numerous factors and is vital for its further evolution. First of all, the economic factors are critical determinants of how the nation evolves and the health of the whole system. At the same time, the level of citizens’ trust in their...
Introduction Analysis of revenue sources is extremely important to understand how the financial health of the county can be improved. According to Aikins (2011), the majority of local governments struggle with meeting the growing needs of US citizens in government services. The primary reasons for the matter are decreasing financial...
Burgess and Larsen (1995) conducted an investigative study to find possible ways to reduce financial risks using the market merger. In pursuit of these, they purposed to utilize the active depository institutions between 1980 and 1970. Their focus was mainly on depository institutions like Bank Holding Companies (BHCs) and Loans...
The demographic under focus is the Hispanic population of the United States. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022a), the unemployment rate for this population was 4.3% in May 2022. Meanwhile, the national average for the same period was moderately lower and stated to be 3.6% (U.S. Bureau...
Introduction Coinbase nonfungible token (NFT) is separate from the cryptocurrency business, and research and development create new products to improve existing offerings. NFTs are different from cryptocurrencies because they are unique and not interchangeable. Coinbase NFT saw increased operating costs and research and development, although they would not see a...
Arestis, Nissanke, and Stein (2005) conduct an investigative and informative piece where they focus on financial liberalization policy. They suggest that financial crises are unavoidable since they are caused by policies with little utilization of economic development and finance. In their view, the authors believe that flawed theories lead to...
A monopoly can take advantage of its market power by using price discrimination. In terms of this statement, list and discuss the various categories of price discrimination. For each category, substantiate your answer with the aid of examples. A monopoly is a market situation in which a single company holds...
Economic factors frequently influence the reforms that governments choose to implement. National policies, especially in the United States, have always had a significant impact on economic power, the emergence of new company organizations, and the performance of financial institutions. In fact, an economic process in a country demonstrates what individuals,...
Introduction Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) refer to independent or non-subsidiary firms that employ a few workers. In other words, an SME refers to a small or medium-sized business enterprise that is independently owned and requires hundreds of employees for their effective management (Godil et al., 1). Most of these...
One of the biggest challenges in conducting people analytics research of the Qatar National Bank is working with unstructured data. With the growing number of operations, unsorted data is one of the main types of data that analysts work with. The majority of information is unstructured because it cannot be...
Introduction Islamic banking is a model for offering financial services in addition to the conventional banking system. It entails service delivery guided by the Sharia law requirements as opposed to the usual banking system that is guided mainly by non-religious regulations. Maghfuriyah et al. (2017) state that “Islamic banking as...
Over the past few years, the global real estate market has been at the center of dynamic economic and social changes. Accordingly, its players have faced new risks and opportunities. While most of these trends can already be tracked and analyzed, investors and developers still underestimate their impact on their...
Investment is the act of putting money in a business to make it grow and receive more profits. Examples of investor characteristics include goal setting, knowledge of the market, and effective decision-making skills. It is also important to consider project objectives and policies, such as those guiding financial decisions, savings,...
Money is one of the vital tools in society; this invention helped to develop trade and exchange. Many people refer to money as a physical entity; indeed, in economics, money plays a significant role in electronic exchange. Money has several functions; for example, it serves as a medium of exchange,...
The traditions of animal husbandry and the culture of meat consumption in Australia have become the main reason that the country is a world exporter of beef. When the first settlers arrived on the mainland, there were no suitable animals for domestication in Australia. In 1788, several cows and a...
If a bank does not have enough own reserves, it can borrow excessive reserves from another bank as a temporary short-term loan. The federal funds rate is the price of this loan, represented by the short-term interest rate. However, in economics, all processes are interconnected, and such federal funds rates...
Introduction Movies are resourceful works of art that can help viewers analyze historical events and appreciate how they impacted on citizens’ lives. Following the end of the Second World War, various economic and social developments emerged that transformed people’s experiences and pursuits forever. This discussion uses the films, The Marriage...
Most of the world’s cocoa supplies are carried out from small family farms, which are located in different countries of West Africa. The process of growing cocoa is quite time-consuming, and currently, consumers and human rights activists are concerned that children are used in this work. The cost of buying...
Abstract This paper examines the relationship effects of debt burden on sustainable economic growth using Nigeria as a case study. The country-specific investigation aims to demonstrate how countries’ debt management practices may influence their ability to utilize this resource to spur economic growth. The current analysis of Nigeria’s public debt...
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...
Among the topics that were covered in chapters 4, 5, and 6, one of the most relevant ones was demand and supply in labor markets. The laws of demand and supply are essential for the functioning of the financial markets. The financial dimension of supply and demand correlation is much...
Vehicles and automobiles are one of the most fundamental imports of the USA. The number of cars transferred to the country from abroad has increased in the past decades (Samuels, 2019). The USA is one of the leading net importers in the world of goods and has become the world’s...
Public/Private Partnership Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are attracting interest in various industries and sectors across the world. PPPs are seen as instruments for more and better infrastructure. In many cases, PPPs offer fiscal advantages in various projects. For example, the public organization could save significant amount of money by outsourcing a...
The negative change in market conditions last year was influenced by several events. The main problem is that the raw material market has been subjected to a rush of demand. The latter has mainly appeared in countries such as the U.S. and China, as well as in Australia. The reason...
Introduction Research Question: How does the pearl industry cause shifts in demand and supply, demand elasticity, and externality in Australia? Pearls are found in mollusks or oysters, and they are grown in limited areas of the ocean. They exist in different colors and shapes, and their prices are dependent on...
Summary Bower’s case study focuses on the measures that the management of Marcs & Spencer took to restore the company’s image as a retail power. Founded in 1884, the firm has had numerous periods of decline and growth. For example, despite its progress at the beginning of the 20th century,...
Financial Markets Financial markets perform different functions, including fund mobilization, information provision, and risk sharing, which allow different investors to buy or sell their respective financial instruments at fair market value. Investing in the stock market is one of the best ways to grow your money (Shu, 2019). The stock...
The budget in any field of activity or business is an essential part of its functioning. Thanks to the funding, it is possible to calculate all income and expenses, plan any costs, and implement any plan for the modernization of production, its functioning, and improvement. Any company or organization must...
Market failure occurs when there is a misallocation of scarce resources through underproduction or overproduction leading to a less optimal result. In the case of externalities, there is a side effect that is generated from economic activities and yet fails to be reflected in the pricing of commodities. Resultantly, there...
The rise of technologies provided individuals with new ways to pay for goods and services without using cash. Thus, Ethereum (eth) is one of the cryptocurrencies available to individuals today. It is a specific form of virtual money used in the form of tokens or coins (Bhattacharya, 2021). Today, there...
Introduction In the digital economy of the new age, there is a noticeable trend toward the use of cryptocurrencies. Cryptocurrencies should be understood as virtual alternatives to currencies distributed using blockchain technology; one of the most popular and early cryptocurrencies is Bitcoin. Bitcoin has unique characteristics that give the currency...
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has caused enormous human misery, but it has also harmed international trade, which will disproportionately affect low-income nations. Higher costs for commodities such as food and energy resources, raw materials, for instance, will actually increase inflation further, diminishing the value of earnings and putting downward...
Introduction There are different opinions regarding the idea of raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2025. Currently, the federal minimum wage is $7.25, and supporters and opponents of the increase mandated by the 2021 Wage Increase Act are divided (Cooper et al., 2022). Supporters believe that the...
It would hardly be an exaggeration to say that many citizens of developing countries await their transformation into universalistic welfare states providing social benefits to their citizens. However, the very process of transformation may stumble upon difficulties as countries seek to embrace their new roles. Nevertheless, there are key factors...
Introduction According to most stereotypes and cultural patterns, traditionally a smoker, society in Britain grew weary of smoking, mainly passive smoking, by the late 2000s. Community, big business, despite the risks, and health institutions rallied around the goal of building new anti-smoking trends. As part of a massive campaign to...
Introduction One might suggest that actors and participants in the financial world are now witnessing a resurgence of a protectionist and even isolationist paradigm in trade with the United States (US) as a pioneer. According to Dettmer, “the U.S. is … focusing on national self-reliance and boosting manufacturing capacity.” Global...
Economic theory does not identify all the factors that directly or indirectly affect supply and demand. One of the main reasons for this is the assumption that economics tends to model the choices of individuals rather than represent reality, which is too complex for a theoretical representation. Consequently, it is...
Executive Summary The development of the domestic economy depends on both the trading relationship with other countries and the state’s self-sufficiency. To foster a local economy, developing countries tend to embrace the approaches of import substitution or export-led growth (Appendix F). The first approach, while facilitating technological progress and self-sufficiency,...
The electrification of Namibia is an urgent issue that determines its economic development. Scientists analyze the processes of electricity supply from various angles, including dependence on oil and biofuels, and compare the alternatives of ecologically friendly sustainable energy solutions. Hoeck et al. (2021) say that in Namibia and sub-Saharan Africa,...
Labor Market in Alabama Alabama is a state in the U.S. located in the southeastern region of the country. The state’s capital is Montgomery, one of the nation’s economic hubs. Moreover, Alabama’s demographics consist of about seventy percent Whites and about twenty-seven percent African Americans (“QuickFacts; Alabama” 1). The state,...
Introduction The last ten years were marked by significant world economy changes that affect all spheres of life. Such indicators as the real GDP, its annual growth, the real GDP per capita, the inflation rate, and the unemployment rate objectively reflect the economic performance of the countries. The United Kingdom...
Taxation for junk food has many supporters and an even bigger audience of opponents. Supporters of this initiative declare the health benefits of potential consumers of junk food and select the most optimal taxation methods, such as excise or product tax. Scientists and experts are proposing introducing the tax at...
Introduction The article State Capacity and Long-Run Economic Performance by Mark Dincecco and Gabriel Katz (2016) explores the relationship between political transformations and sustainable economic growth. Specifically, the authors analyze how increasing state capacity and establishing a limited government in Europe affected the financial performance over several decades. They have...
Shelter is the basic need of every person, yet quite often, people face difficulty with finding a place to live due to high costs on the market. As a result, there is a substantial demand among citizens for affordable housing, which would allow them to have proper living conditions without...
Economics is a discipline that may be divided into two major categories, including macroeconomics and microeconomics. While macroeconomics addresses economic-related decisions made by governments and countries, microeconomics studies business decisions that affect individuals’ behavior in relation to supply and demand. However, even though macroeconomics and microeconomics refer to different spheres...
Immigration is the process of relocating to a new nation after leaving one’s home country to pursue better economic, political, and social conditions. Frequently, immigration is perceived to negatively impact the country’s economic growth rather than promote its net gain. Despite strong opposition from various people and nations, research indicates...
Bank employees need to evaluate the set of financial statements before granting loans. The income statement, statement of owner’s equity, and balance sheet provide information on whether the borrower can repay the loan and make it possible to assess the likelihood of repayment in the case of bankruptcy (Chron, 2020)....
Answering not the question of whether infinite economic growth is possible, one should understand its constituent parts. I believe that endless economic development is impossible in practice, and for a number of reasons. The main component of the idea of endless growth is exponential growth. Exponential growth is any growth...
Introduction There are many people believing immigrants are ruining any country. That statement could be true if illegal immigrants are employed unofficially and do not pay taxes. However, even illegal immigrants have to spend money buying all types of products: from pharmaceuticals to food supplies, rent or housing, and transportation....
The Implications of China’s Exchange-Rate Policy The actual exchange rate influences open economy policy choices within the countries it affects. They may have detrimental consequences not just on the economy where currencies are over or overvalued but also on other businesses with which it is directly or indirectly linked. In...
Introduction The American real estate market provides many people with significant taxable profits on a sale. However, in the past decade, especially after President Biden came to power and announced his campaign on taxation, there has been a well-founded talk of experts that some opportunities are threatened by new possible...
Although an old-age sensation, offshoring has lately gained a new dynamic due to the decrease in communication costs and transport, not forgetting the dramatic advancements in technology. The offshoring trend has dramatically influenced the relocation of “conventional” production stages, also known as material offshoring. In addition, it has enabled the...
Introduction The current situation in Eastern Europe has had a significant impact on the world. Since the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine war, various sectors of the economy have been impacted negatively, thus tempering the normal operation of the financial institutions. For instance, financial markets such as the stock market, the...
Although mandatory retirement may not be a desirable solution, it is definitely a reasonable one under several circumstances. Mandatory retirement can be applied by companies to employees whose age surpasses the recommended working one in the industry (Börsch-Supan & Coile, 2021). In such cases, mandatory retirement is needed since there...
