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As the second and third biggest economies in the world, respectively, China and Japan are the two most powerful nations in Asia and substantially impact political and economic cooperation within the area. However, at best, ties between these two nations are cordial. Due to the disagreement over the Diaoyu or...
Insider trading is trading in shares or other securities by people that have access to confidential information. However, alongside illegal forms of insider trading, there are legal ones. The insiders are not only directors or people from management, but any person “with a stake of ten percent or more in...
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic led to an unprecedented contraction in the economy of the United States. The impact of the pandemic cuts across all departments within the federal government. Hiccups in supply chain management led to inflation due to the high demand for goods and dependability on imports. The lack...
In recent years, the rising cost of college tuition and the increasing burden of student loan debt have created a college affordability crisis in the United States. To address this issue, President Biden’s administration has proposed a student loan forgiveness plan to relieve millions of Americans struggling with student loan...
Introduction Inflation is a significant point of concern for all experts in the economy, as well as for ordinary citizens. The rise in consumer prices, which is not comparable to the values of the next few years, has a significant impact on consumer behavior and business. In order for society...
The minimum wage is one of the many political-economic systems measures that work to redress the economic imbalance. It is the minor salary that an employer must provide to their workers at any given time. Many have strong feelings regarding the minimum wage principle, which is a contentious subject. It...
The minimum wage is an economic policy in which the state controls the minimum income of the citizens. It is distributed all over the world and is embedded in any economic model as an essential element. This model has both economic benefits and disadvantages that affect the outcome of any...
Tax return Form 1120 shows the company’s profit, deductions, taxes, credits, and payments. Deductions allow you to reduce the company’s taxes by calculating them from taxable income. Some of them the company can make in the expense column in the income statement. In addition, certain categories of deductions allow you...
Problems/Issues The field of cashless payments continues its expansive growth and development as the demand for innovative payment methods grows in need to optimize and speed up payments. Traditional players in the market of non-cash payment systems still retain their weight and leading positions. However, due to the rapid development...
Introduction One of the basic laws of nature is the cyclicity of life. As the need to improve business sustainability increases, many companies adapt this cyclicity to their processes and conditions. Thus, by using the circular economy approach, firms are able not only to reduce their negative impact on the...
A strict budget is essential for a company to follow, even when experiencing phenomenal profits, for several reasons (Boyd & Pitre, 2020): Sustainability: Following a budget ensures that the company has a plan for allocating resources, and it helps to avoid overspending during a period of high profits. This helps...
Estimating expected returns is crucial for the investors, as it helps to make informed decisions. Expected returns help to anticipate the profit or loss from an investment in a situation of uncertainty (Magni, 2020). Investors can estimate returns from either one investment or a portfolio investment based on historical performance...
Introduction Free-market capitalism is an economic system in which goods and services are produced and exchanged based on the laws of supply and demand, with little to no government intervention. It is a system widely adopted in the Western world, making it a widespread and often controversial topic. As such,...
The US Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), a division of the US Department of Commerce, is in charge of generating economic statistics, such as data on the GDP, personal income, and global trade. By disseminating timely, pertinent, and reliable economic statistics, the BEA aims to advance understanding of the US...
There is no doubt that capitalism has proven to be the most efficient model for economic relationships so far. However, with the consistent focus on expansion and profit increase, which companies are expected to pursue in the capitalist environment, the opportunity to support vulnerable and marginalized communities is reduced substantially...
Introduction Mexico, a member of several economic integrations and regional trading agreements, has been actively participating in initiatives aimed at deepening its economic integration with other countries and increasing trade. While Mexico’s membership in various agreements has helped to boost its economy, it has also faced challenges such as increased...
‘Made in China 2025’ consists of a ten-year-long plan that aims to improve the manufacturing foundation of China, which is primarily led by the government. The plan focuses on the high-tech industry and more specific assets such as improved information technology, energy vehicles, robotics, telecommunications, and AI (McBride & Chatzky,...
Introduction The Marxist political economy, as developed by Karl Marx, is a distinct and independent philosophical branch of governmental policy that significantly diverges from traditional financial systems. Notably, traditional economics tends to concentrate on the resource allocation and study of markets, assuming that people act in their self-interest to optimize...
The idea of a free market, defined by rivalry, price cues, and a lack of governmental involvement, is a popular concept. However, there is debate regarding the claim that entry into the market is too easy for hospitals in free markets and that entry restrictions by regulators can promote societal...
Ukraine was the vital pillar of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics and the main enemy of United States. The country became the second-most extensive and influential among the fifteen Soviet countries after Russia. Ukraine acted as the headquarters of the Russian navy fleet in the black Sea and a...
Introduction: Foreign Exchange Calculations No matter what the underlying spot prices are on April 1st, the corporation has agreed to sell its 4,000 units on January 1st for $1.25 million. This is dangerously near the point where the business stops losing money. The mathematics computation is shown below; The corporation...
The United States government agency in charge of the country’s securities business is the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). It keeps an eye on both transactions and the acts of financial experts. Its goals are to uphold fairness, integrity, and transparency; stop fraud and other dishonest behavior; and guarantee efficient...
Today, all organizations are responsible for creating specific financial statements representing all financial activities and performances that might affect their businesses. Different types of expenses are necessary for investors to identify the main features and changes in the company’s financial health and potential earnings. Accruals and payables are common accounting...
Introduction The federal and Georgia budgets are both financial blueprints that detail how their governments will spend the funds. The President and Congress developed the federal budget, which is the budgetary blueprint for the United States government. Individual income taxes account for 51% of the federal budget, estimated to reach...
In general, a city’s budget may be defined as a plan of income and expenditures with an expected allocation of available resources among services, departments, and programs. As a small yet developing city, Exampleton requires an efficient distribution of existing revenues to contribute to its growth. The city’s budget is...
Romania’s GDP per capita has grown over the past ten years but remains much lower than the EU average compared to that of the European Union leader, Germany. So far, Romania ranks, respectively, penultimate in the EU in terms of actual per capita individual consumption, which in 2018 was 59...
Introduction The maintenance, repair, and replacement of household devices that may break down over time are covered by a home warranty, a contract between a homeowner and a private business. An assurance can lessen the stress and unforeseen costs that frequently accompany home purchases. The repair or replacement of kitchen...
Introduction Purchasing a considerably old home cannot always be regarded as a safe deal as information related to the items, their age, or useful life cannot be readily available. In addition, in the case of breakage, the search for a qualified service provider or handyman may be cost-efficient and time-consuming....
Introduction The modern banking system presents a set of difficulties for an average consumer that can harm their best interests and lead to a loss of finances or inadequate handling. For various reasons, financial operations require a certain level of cognitive and psychological abilities that many potential bank clients lack....
Global trade is a rather beneficial aspect for the economy. It provides people with extra job opportunities, exposes people to previously unknown brands, diversifies the kinds of goods being sold. However, it can be negatively affected by various crises, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, tsunamis and the COVID-19 pandemic. The following...
Introduction Globalization in the modern world economy is essential in shaping the economic development of many countries. Economic ties between countries are becoming closer because of the realization of significant mutual benefits. Trade is a major component of countries’ economic relations. The African continent is no exception and is committed...
Introduction Maintaining digital security in the field of virtual economic transactions between citizens is a vital step in ensuring the safety of people’s financial resources and the security of their identities. In the case study under analysis, several breaches of digital security standards can be identified. Specifically, the country’s residents...
Introduction The Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) is a model that shows the relationship between the return and risk of investing in stocks and other securities. The return on securities using this formula is equal to the risk return plus the risk premium (Ayub et al., 2020). Discussion The risk...
Introduction Consumer behavior theories are models that aim to explain and predict how consumers make decisions and take action. They are based on psychological, sociological, and economic principles and can help businesses understand the factors that affect consumer behavior. The models applicable to marketing strategies regarding men’s skincare products include...
Introduction This paper argues in line with Smith that high taxes coupled with increased government services and falling within the four taxation criteria that Adam Smith raised is more than just the best approach. It also gives citizens the power to demand service delivery from the government, leading to a...
Summary Corporations should use financial securities as their products because they are widely available and easy to find. It would make it possible for the company to profit from investments and raise money as needed. In any event, if a business has a real site that clients can visit, it...
As a target article to analyze, the study “The Role of Natural and Human Resources on Economic Growth and Regional Development: With Discussion of Open Innovation Dynamics” by Saleh et al. (2020) is chosen. The article’s main topic concerns the assessment of the role of various resources, including natural and...
Introduction Fiscal management is just as crucial to the region’s prosperity as the resources and people living there. According to Simon et al. (2018), one can judge the quality of a local public administration by the nearest infrastructure. This paper explores the fundamentals of regional economies, namely how states and...
The most appropriate department is the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT); in this case, one would be dealing specifically with the Minister. While the government may have the mandate to increase or decrease the number of free trade agreements, it is highly unlikely that there is an...
Major oil and gas businesses have made unheard-of revenues in the billions of dollars. Fuel prices are sky-high for households all around the world, and authorities are having a hard time dealing with excessive spending and declining economic growth (Baunsgaard & Vernon, 2022). Instead of any clever strategy by the...
Public firms are required to provide an annual report to shareholders that details their business activities and financial standing. The report’s front section frequently includes an amazing collection of illustrations, images, and a narrative that describes the company’s operations over the previous year and occasionally includes projections for the future...
Introduction “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” was written by Robert Kiyosaki and aims to teach people the tools of financial literacy. The narration is based on the experience of the author, who watched the lives of two fathers who had different views on money. Much of the book focuses on various...
On October 24, 1929, Black Thursday, a series of bankruptcies on the stock exchange ended the general fun and lightness that reigned in the United States in those years. On Black Monday, October 28, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell nearly 13%. The next day, Black Tuesday, the market fell...
Introduction Despite having the largest economy in the world, the United States has the highest rates of poverty compared to other wealthy nations. The government uses a specific measure of poverty based on a minimum yearly income to categorize people as poor or not to decide who is eligible for...
Introduction Fiat money as a medium of exchange has existed for many years. In this regard, what began as bartering, the oldest means of trade, led to the development of hundreds of currencies and, consequently, to alternative currencies used by online communities today. Thus, conventional currencies have evolved throughout history...
Introduction The COVID-19 epidemic has irrevocably altered the global economy and human life. There was undeniable evidence that limiting people’s freedom of movement affected business and home operations and, by extension, altered consumer behavior and spending patterns. According to Pollak et al., consumer behavior studies how people decide which items...
History of China-Taiwan Diplomatic Tension For the past two decades, Beijing has demonstrated belligerent opposition against Taiwanese Independence since the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has considered Taiwan a Chinese territory since 1949. After losing the Chinese Civil War, the Republic of China (ROC) relocated to Taiwan and established a...
Tense and conflictual relations between countries can have an impact on all parties involved. Thus, a precise analysis of the situation, the reasons for the involvement of countries in a potential military conflict, and the possible consequences are necessary. The central topic of the paper is the effect that a...
One of the crucial components in the field of investing is the topic of wealth creation. This topic entails many steps in organizing the fundamental features of a portfolio. The wealth management process provides a straightforward way and approach to managing and building wealth, which will finally help the investor...
The article by David Phillips introduces the dangers of the employee training investments based on the survey of various businesses. The research surveyed 600 Learning & Development (L&D) and HR professionals from large UK organisations with a global footprint (Phillips, 2022). Despite best intentions of the companies, nearly all employers...
Introduction The US economy can continue functioning without freight trains, but not for very long. Economists and businesses are concerned about the possibility of the first nationwide railroad strike in thirty years. A lengthy walkout lasting a week or longer will seriously harm the country’s still weak supply chain, resulting...
Chile is regarded as a model in Latin America for its financial and political transparency. The country has been perceived to be among the fastest-growing economies for the past decade, making it substantially reduce poverty (“GDP growth (annual %) – Chile,” n.d.). The World Bank estimates that the influence of...
Introduction The issue of homeownership inequity, such as the historic redlining practice, is one of the most challenging aspects when buying a home. Housing discrimination limits certain homebuyers’ capacity to build equity. Housing discrimination is the unlawful act of discriminating or acting in a biased manner toward those who purchase...
The economic system is one of the driving systems for the development of the country. Thus, the government must constantly take various decisions and measures that will contribute to the improvement of this area. One of the most critical initiatives for the economy of the United States of America was...
Governments and organizations use economic systems to organize the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services across geographical boundaries. A better understanding of the economic processes helps understand how business adapts to external and internal influences. Pichler and Farmer (2022) analyze the effects of numerous factors that impact economic...
Choosing a floating or fixed interest rate is an important decision. Depending on external facts, one can either make money or incur significant losses. There are certain rules and indicators in which it is necessary to choose a floating and a fixed rate. Moreover, there is a theory of market...
There is a mutual relationship between business and government where the government regulates the environment in which business operates, and the businesses decide which government will be in place to influence their operations. Businesses look to the government to regulate or deregulate how they operate. This paper focuses on a...
Introduction Financial accounting makes a crucial element in companies across the world. Accounting bodies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), governments, international companies, regulators, and professional institutes rely on several guidelines in accounting. Regulations vary between countries and regions based on the established factors considered important in each jurisdiction. These differences are the...
The successful collaboration of public and private entities within a national economy is a valuable prospect that many governments seek to pursue. However, in some cases, it is not possible to achieve fairness in market coverage, budget allocation, and other factors directly affecting capacity development. State interventions manifested in strict...
The activity of public organizations is a complex process with its characteristics and factors of influence. This process involves many organizations, stakeholders, competitors, and collaborators. All this works as one integral mechanism to influence the political actions of any politician or party. Such influence can be exercised in many ways,...
Introduction Under the fee-for-service (FFS) payment model, medical professionals receive compensation for the care they provide to their patients based on their time and effort. Since payment focus on the number of services rather than the quality of those services, this creates an incentive for more substandard treatments to be...
One of the most effective methods for advancing and improving financial knowledge is the use of legislation and public policy initiatives. Individual Development Accounts, for example, are a legislative program started in the mid-1990s to assist low-income earners in building assets (Auclert, 2019). In conjunction with this policy, the Savings...
Introduction Since the 19th century, humanity has constantly been arguing about the morality of market societies versus non-market ones and whether the market is a driver of societal corruption. This discourse began with Karl Marx, who stated that “the market transforms man into “an abstract being, an automaton, and […]...
Introduction Bitcoin is an online version of cash and can be used to purchase products and services from retailers and merchants who accept them. There are several ways of using bitcoins, and the variety of options makes it favorable to many. Bitcoin provides peer-to-peer transactions and encourages society to appreciate...
Current Problem The French are currently dealing with a significant obstacle in the form of a high unemployment rate. According to the latest available data, the unemployment rate in France came in at 8.06% during the fourth quarter of 2020 (Macrotrends, 2022). This places it in fourth place among the...
The vast majority of cargo in Europe is transported by land. Roads are used to move about 70% of all goods transported on land (Wiegmans ET AL., 2018). Over the past few years, there has been an increase in the variety and volume of goods shipped to and from Europe,...
Introduction Beyond Numbers is a new Bureau of Labor Statistics publication that explores how inflation affects the economy. The publication “Exploring price increase in 2021 and previous periods of inflation” studies price increases by 2021, including information on the previous periods of inflation (Bennion et al., 2022). In addition, it...
Background The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic was a rare and unprecedented occurrence, and governments around the world scrambled to implement emergency measures, such as social isolation measures, public awareness programs, testing and quarantine policies, and income support packages. The governments of the world hurried to implement emergency measures, including...
Introduction According to US tax law, a like-kind exchange, sometimes called a 1031 exchange, is a single transaction or a set of transactions that permit the sale of one asset and the purchase of a different replacement asset without creating a current tax obligation on the sale of the original...
Introduction Virgin Group is a well-known venture company that makes investments in start-ups that might change the world. In 2022 the firm has made yet another contribution that has been financially rewarding. In the summer of 2022, Virgin Group made an announcement that the company made an investment in Lightyear,...
Summary The sample product survey suggests that consumers’ values, beliefs, and senses should be considered the primary factors in buying behavior. According to the survey results, 44.44% of consumers make sure that the product is aligned with their personal values and beliefs. Furthermore, 50% of respondents considered the personal happiness...
What is a HELOC Home Equity Line of Credit is a type of credit that is secured by a home and one is able to use it for anything. The way HELOC work is similar to the way the credit card is being used, it allows one to continually to...
Introduction According to Antonios, the article “Decline of Inner Suburbs” was written in a clear, easy-to-understand manner. The piece by Lucy & Phillips (2000) states that the household income in some suburban and metropolitan areas declined. Among the reasons is little to no reinvestment in structures which shortens the lives...
The research aims to define the key problems that appear during the supply process and how they affect the economic situation in many countries worldwide. The study will also show the recovery process and possible solutions to the existing issues in the sphere like planning and risk prediction based on...
Authoritarianism and populism are returning to the world, raising questions about how economically successful such regimes can be. As practice shows, economic growth is less stable under authoritarian regimes than in democratic countries. Economic growth gradually leads to forming an urban class and protests against authoritarian rule. Authoritarianism as a...
Choosing the optimal discount rate is a task that requires taking into account information regarding both the company’s properties and external data. An employer should consider several factors relating to the business when setting the discount rate. In this case, the company’s financial stability is determined by characteristics that include...
Currently, there are 195 countries in the world, each with its unique set of knowledge collected throughout the millennia. Nevertheless, the imperial conquest from 1492 to 1800 led to the discovery of new continents and nations and their cultures and traditions accumulated by the colonizers (Friedman). The wave of globalization...
Introduction Urban economics generally examines the problems caused by urbanization and located in urbanized areas. These problems may include crime, housing, education, public transit, and other issues. In recent years, urban economists have been specifically concerned about how these issues originate and connect to increasing levels of poverty. Discussion Moreover,...
Introduction Private ownership rights are typically upheld and protected in Chile, and people are free to invest in the nation. Expropriation is unusual because protected rights in capital assets are frequently recognized and executed. The judiciary is free from political intervention and has a good track record of upholding individual...
GDP is commonly known as the gross domestic product, and many political leaders are paying attention to this factor to estimate future changes in their country and avoid possible financial risks. Politicians are using the changes in GDP data during the development of different economic instabilities like inflations and recessions....
Investors usually frame investment market anomalies as some unusual patterns in the market that may increase returns on investments. In a formal sense, anomalies are events that do not fit into an efficient market hypothesis, which says that investors cannot outperform a pure buy-and-hold strategy because the assets’ price reflects...
Article Summary The article’s main focus is on the fundamental of the central bank currency in the monetary system. Armelius et al (2020) argues that individuals cannot be issued with the mandate of converting their commercial money into central bank money. The significant question is viewed from two perspectives because...
Introduction An increase in the minimum wage is a highly controversial issue across the world. For example, the current minimum wage in the United States stands at 7.25 US dollars per hour, despite the concerted government efforts to raise it to 15 US dollars per hour by 2025 (Marchand et...
Introduction Globalization embraces every country, gradually expanding its social, economic, and trade opportunities. It is an essential part of the evolution of countries and the emergence from colonialism, but it can affect the national core and culture. Certain phenomena are emerging in the higher education segment and the business environment...
Introduction Regional economic communities in Africa refer to a group of countries that have come together to spearhead economic development and political stability through the integration of trade, production, macroeconomics, and infrastructure. Moreover, these communities allow the free movement of individuals between their borders as long as they are members...
Descriptive Overview of the Article The author studies the release of new statistics on student debt and repayment in October 2017 by the U.S. Department of Education. This research takes a more significant look at student dues and evasion. Considering all university students relatively than only borrowers offers far more...
A company’s capital investment is the money it spends on fixed assets like land, machinery, and buildings. Cash, assets, or loans may be used to fund the project. Businesses may struggle to start the ground without capital investment. I plan to invest in my sister’s small business which is an...
Introduction The free housing myth has been an ongoing lie in Canada since immemorial. The fact that the falsehood has polarized Canada has become a major concern. Therefore, I thought of this chapter because there has been a popular belief that the Aboriginal group in Canada has been receiving free...
Executive Summary Globalization is a term used to describe the increasing interdependence and integration of national economies. Local economies could suffer if globalization has the opposite effect of helping developing countries. This paper investigates the impact of globalization on China’s aviation industry. The report covers a wide range of topics,...
Introduction National Security is closely connected to the economic processes within the country. Integration in the global economic dynamics stabilizes a country’s financial balance and affects the general success of international trade. Therefore, economic development contributes to the maintenance of National Security through establishing international relations and commercial success. A...
Executive Summary The future of Morocco’s energy supply and demand faces substantial hurdles. In particular, the country is perceiving a growth in energy consumption, which will increase the country’s dependence on fossil fuel imports and emissions of carbon dioxide. As a result of the challenges it encounters, Morocco has set...
Donald Trump added to the controversy of his term in the U.S. President’s office by starting a full-scale trade war against China. Trump ended Obama’s strategy of putting pressure on China via high-level bilateral negotiations and indirect measures, such as the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) project (Bown, 2021). Instead, the Trump...
Shifting demographic is always an important component of market research. Yet, the contemporary changes in the consumer base are especially noteworthy. The report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (2015) has explored the substitution of baby boomers with younger generations as primary consumers and has outlined its implications for the retailing industry. Although the...
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 The purpose of this paper is to analyze the intention of American Startup Capital Ventures (SCV) to invest in the Chinese Zero2IPO. SCV is headed by managing partners John and Danny, both of whom have experience of geometrically increasing the revenues of technology startups. Zero2IPO is a Chinese market...
Introduction Megaprojects can advance regional growth in Atlantic Canada and beyond. However, this is likely to be impacted by the boom-to-bust cycles. Although they need a large labor force for the initial phase, they only really need a small number of workers for the operation phase. Additionally, once the project...
Zero-based budgeting (ZBB) is a different approach to creating a budget. While most strategies for budgeting account for the history of previous transactions, ZBB does not operate on financial history and automatically included payments (Coyte et al., 2020). Therefore, each period in the budget is planned from a clean slate,...
Introduction Investing resources can bring significant benefits to individuals and their companies. Investment issues are widely discussed in businesses of various levels, attracting many entrepreneurs and employees. I watched a video about investors’ strategies and actions to choose stocks to buy created by Richard Coffin (n.d.). Even though buying and...
The most regulated industry in the United States has always been agriculture. During the twentieth century, the state regulation of agriculture and agribusiness in the United States was distinguished by two characteristic features (Cheng et al., 2021). First of all, the state by its intervention does not suppress the activity...
Introduction This academic work will consider such a phenomenon in international trade as dumping. Moreover, it will focus on the role of the WTO in managing international trade disputes, particularly examining issues related to dumping and anti-dumping legislation. Thus, the phenomenon under study is a process in which a country...
Stocks and bonds are the sources of dividends in the long term when income is generated by paying interest or returning invested funds when owning the relevant securities. In their financial statements, companies reflect stock and bond performance when comparing the results for a particular period with those of an...
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...
Introduction Africa is a rich continent with diverse flora and fauna but is highly susceptible to climate change and, in turn, economic changes against this background. The agricultural sector mainly funds African states, not the industry and the information sphere. Accordingly, the state reacts very painfully to climate change when...
Introduction In order to allocate resources as fair as possible, the market economy is based on a set of dogmas that govern the distribution process. A healthy situation on the market can lead to greater accessibility of products and services and reflects positively on a nation’s global position. Under perfect...
Introduction Consumer behavior is dictated by American identity, while at the same time being an identity-shaping force. Peterson’s article analyzes the change in behavior during the pandemic, demonstrating that the consumption paradigm is shaping American identity. The dictated civic responsibility was a force that provoked overconsumption, since it was believed...
Fiscal policy uses government expenditure and taxation to control the economy during macroeconomic conditions. The government uses the policy to create strong and sustainable growth and reduce poverty (Bossone, 2021). During recessions, governments might consider lowering tax rates or increasing their level of expenditure to spur economic activity and encourage...
Introduction In the present day, property and liability insurance may be regarded as a common practice for the protection of people’s belongings and health. It allows individuals to mitigate the risks of property loss in the case of perils, such as fire, theft, or accident. In addition, it allows to...
Introduction The global coronavirus pandemic greatly affected the market equilibrium in several markets for personal care, medical, and consumer products (Anonymous “Supply, Demand, and Shortages,” 2022). The increased demand for a range of products led to increased product costs. This research paper explains – how increased demand for these products...
Introduction Macroeconomic conditions on the domestic or international levels may have contributed to the start of an economic crisis. The official reports and lack of inflation that characterized the recent unrest in Brazil necessitated a tight monetary policy, which led to one of the deepest and longest recessions in Brazilian...
The most popular method of forecasting exchange rates is called the theory of purchasing power parity (PPP). The PPP principle is based on the theoretical “law of one price”, according to which identical goods in different countries should have the same price (Jabbie & Jackson, 2020). For example, according to...
Introduction The presentation highlighted the structure and functions of the World Bank and the United Nations in the global arena. The discussion centered on the reasons behind the formation of the two organizations and their sources of funding. A comprehensive assessment of their specific roles concerning the alleviation of poverty,...
Gentrification has many potential benefits for both local and new residents. The article by Meltzer & Ghorbani (2017) focuses on defining the effects of gentrification on employment in low-income neighborhoods. The authors suggest that the main benefit of gentrification is the growth of employment opportunities and job gains for residents....
Unemployment has been an essential aspect of the country’s economy because the unemployed labor force cannot pay taxes or perform other activities beneficial to the economy. However, it has been debated that the unemployment rate is an imperfect measure of joblessness in the country. The unemployment rate is imperfect because...
There are many different bond kinds, and each has benefits and drawbacks for the parties involved. Municipal and corporate bonds will be reviewed in this session. They demonstrate different levels of risk and are accompanied by several considerations before investment. However, it could be argued that municipal bonds are effective...
Three Notes Encampment projects are usually helpful for few people or families. Homelessness eradication is almost impossible without efforts to combat unemployment. Temporary housing is an expensive venture. Article Essentials Taplin Jen published an article on 15th June 2022 in Chronicle-Herald about the intention of Halifax to allow encampment in...
Treaties, tariffs, taxations, and trade barriers limit free international trade. The impact of these limitations on global business is vast. Moreover, the government’s role is considerable, as seen from the example of Boeing and Airbus. Trade barriers are crucial for the financial prosperity of countries, as they encourage international trade....
Summary of the Article The article focused on the study of the modern achievements of regional integration and different aspects of foreign direct investments in South Asia. In the article, Aggarwal (2008) tries to explain the problems influencing the consolidation of international business in the region. Some of the barriers...
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...
Demand and supply of a product change considerably depending on various market factors, like price and customer preferences. When the doctor encourages people to take apples to lower cancer risk, many people will change their fruit preferences and opt to take more apples, considering the increased cases of cancer around...
Most developing nations see a decrease in poverty when the minimum wage is raised. The minimum wage barely covers a small percentage of disadvantaged people and excludes those employed in the vast informal industries, making the impact negligible. An increase in minimum wage can present advantages and disadvantages for different...
The sustenance of a nation is only possible when the government has enough revenue to support its projects, pay the workers, and continually develop its infrastructure. During his time as the finance minister, Alexander Hamilton opined that it was important for the government to collect internal and external taxes that...
Check fraud has always been one of the ways used by malefactors to acquire additional benefits. It can be defined as any effort to acquire money illegally, using paper or digital checks that are widespread nowadays (“Check fraud 101,” n.d.). Statistics show that an organization might lose up to 5%...
Globalization has affected individuals, groups, and communities all over the world and has had a big impact on sustainable development. Globalization has significantly altered economies, society, and the environment over the last several decades, and it has made our globe more linked than ever before ( Eitzenet al., 2018). This...
IIROC is the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada, and it oversees and protects Canadian investment firms. Like any organization, it has many records of various activities that are necessary for business management and the systematization of information. Naturally, they have a records management system that ensures the efficiency of...
Africa has been going through not the easiest times right now. Many modern politicians and the public put their expectations for the improvement of the situation on the risen middle-class. African society has high hopes for this new tendency which may promise a better future. It expects a more developed...
COVID-19 has had a profound impact on the Australian economy. Most indicators in 2020 indicate that the country was in a recession phase. According to Australia Indicators (n.d.), the annual growth rate of RGDP decreased by 1.9%, index of production costs decreased by 0.4%, consumption spending decreased by 5.72%, investment...
Introduction Shared Consumption Experiences was published by Rebecca Hamilton in Impact at JMR in 2021. The article discusses the subject of consumer behavior; however, contrary to other research made on the topic, Hamilton (2021) focuses on the experiences of a group rather than an individual. It is found that shared...
Introduction The effects of inflation have been detrimental to many commercial enterprises worldwide. It is due to prices of the factors of production have increased, resulting in a rise in production costs. The finished product cost usually goes up to provide the means for the company to continue operating profitably....
Introduction In the article “Biden Administration to Provide Over $13 Billion in Aid to Help American Families Lower Energy Bills,” Chelsea Cox reports on the government’s efforts to assist citizens burdened by high electricity charges. The United States Department of Health and Human Services plans to release money to help...
Introduction The information gain is a useful method to predict the behaviors of the customers and allows to better target and market products. Nevertheless, some limitations to this method are present. Discussion The cleanliness of data and the possibilities of recurring issues are one of the limitations of using information...
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) calculates the monetary value of all final services and products, including those bought by consumers and those manufactured in a nation over a specific period. It gauges every product created within a nation’s borders (Dynan & Sheiner, 2018). As a result, some activities—such as non-market activities,...
The Maximum Number of Tickets Sylvia can Buy in a Week If the budget is $24 and the cost of one movies ticket is $4, the maximum amount to spend on tickets equals the budget divided by the cost of one. Therefore, it will be; $24/$4, which equals six tickets....
The balance of payments, as one of the most critical indicators showing the effectiveness of the foreign economic policy pursued, makes it possible to analyze the movement of funds for the formation and servicing of external debt, as well as to calculate the scale of the country’s external debt and...
Abstract For European nations’ economies to expand consistently and steadily, access to energy resources is essential. Power consumption is continuously increasing; hence a long-term strategy for unified European policy is required. However, European countries now rely significantly on imported natural gas and oil while gradually converting to renewable energy sources....
Introduction Before the learning journey, I thought I knew enough about Latin America, but the trip made me change my mind. In recent years, Latin America has undergone significant changes. While some countries experienced major economic and social crises in the late twentieth century and early 2000s, the region experienced...
Originally, the word economics comes from the word “oikonomos” which is actually a combination of two Greek words ‘oikos” and “nomos”. These two words mean household and law respectively. The term oikonomos refers to the handling of a household. The perception of an economy as a household has really affected...
Introduction The methods of analyzing the investment attractiveness of companies have been influenced by factors such as the specifics of the companies’ activities, a small material component, and high profitability. The rise in the value of Facebook’s securities is due more to investors’ optimism than the development of the main...
In the present day, regional trading agreements may be defined as a treaty signed by several countries in order to encourage trade and the movement of products and services across its members’ borders. In general, international tariffs, quotas, and other trade barriers limit the transportation of goods and services across...
Much of Milton Friedman’s argument or doctrine is built around the desire for free trade, a smaller government, and a steady increase of money supply within a growing economy. His emphasis on monetary policy is also reflected in his approach to the social responsibility of companies or their executives. Friedman...
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...
Introduction Corruption is one of the most topical social problems that have always been topical. However, for areas characterized by a weak government, low social development, absence of infrastructure, poverty, and military conflicts, it becomes critical as bribery slows down evolution, deteriorates the situation in the state, and undermines the...
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...
Jane Schneider’s interpretation of the fairy tale in which the demon offers to help a young woman spin straw to gold is the depiction of how industries have thrived at the expense of social welfare. The argument can be supported further by Jane Collins’ statement that the corporations subcontracting garment...
Introducton The financial crisis of 2008 now seems a distant event, especially given the developments surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of the mistakes made in 2008, experts say, could have been easily avoided, and it already seems evident that the economy has changed so much that it will not allow...
Liberalism as an economic thought has a relatively new history compared to other schools. Even though the financial crisis of 2007 was what brought a new wave of attention to liberalism, it can be traced back as far as Victorian times (Davies, 2014). However, neoliberalism differs from the original liberalism...
Introduction One of the strategies for increasing equity capital is financial investment, which in the classical sense implies investing funds with a return on their value. As a rule, private investors do not have direct access to the assets of a public company and have to use the services of...
The changing nature of the modern business environment requires considering organizational development (OD) practices. To mitigate potential complications, corporations must address the issues in the surrounding business climate. The Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic Due to the pandemic, the necessity to transfer most banking operations to digital platforms has contributed...
In the process of learning about macroeconomic trends, one obtains an opportunity to expand their knowledge not only about the particular factors and their outcomes for the economy but also integrate that knowledge with decision making. In particular, one of the most interesting topics encountered in Greenlaw and Taylor’s (2014)...
Generally, the dilemma of whether to make investments or finance pending debts is a challenge. There are several factors that an individual must consider before opting to invest or pay current obligations. Based on the given situation, I bear three key personal liabilities which include a loan for the vehicle,...
Globalization was the term introduced in the epoch after capitalism, when the world economy started unification and when the majority of the states began cooperating and supporting each other in various situations. Now trade is an ongoing process, occurring all over the world because miscellaneous countries conclude cooperation agreements and...
