Revenue Sources for States and Local Governments

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...

Macroeconomics and Microeconomics in Business

Introduction Economic relations are an essential part of human life and have a significant impact on both entire states and individuals. It is impossible to abstract from interaction with other subjects or isolate from them. For several centuries, the circle of these relations has been closely studied to identify patterns...

Free Trade Agreements Between Canada and Other Countries

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...

Oil and Energy Companies in the US: The Windfall Profits Tax

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: Financial Reporting

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...

The Stock Market Crash of 1929

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...

How the Economy Affects the Welfare System

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...

The Population of the Alternative Currencies

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...

The Analysis of Consumer Behavior During COVID-19

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...

Impacts of the China-Taiwan Conflict on the US Economy

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...

Economic Chaos of a Taiwan War

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...

Wealth Management: Statistical Mechanics and Its Applications

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...

Investment in Training Is on the Rise, but So Is Ineffective L&D

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...

The Impact of Railroad Strike on the US Economy

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’s Economy from 2017 till Nowadays

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...

Housing Discrimination: Redlining Continuing Affects

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...

Dollar Removal from the Gold Standard

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...

Economic Systems During the Pandemic

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...

Floating and Fixed Rate: Key Principles

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...

How Raising Interest Rates Helps Fight Inflation and High Prices

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...

The Adoption of New International Financial Architecture

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...

Government Regulations: Effects on the Economy

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...

Factors of Influence on the Target Project

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,...

Payment Model Shift From Fee-For-Service to Pay-For-Performance

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...

Monetary Policy, Inequality, and Federal Reserve Interest Rates

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...

Choi and Storr’s Idea of Higher Morality of Markets

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 […]...

Macroeconomic Policies in Nigeria

Introduction The functioning of the economy as a whole is a focus of fiscal and monetary policy. Macroeconomic policy is to create a climate that is secure and supportive of a resilient and sustainable increase in the economy, which is essential for generating wealth, employment, and better living standards (Alam,...

Emerging Technology’s Impact on France’s Economy

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...

European vs. American Freight Systems and Policies

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,...

Exploration of Price Increase and Inflation Over the Years

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...

France: Macroeconomics Analysis

Introduction The French socio-economic model’s specificity is the state’s traditional high role in the economy. After the Second World War, indicative economic planning and a comprehensive social protection system were created, and by the mid-1980s, as a result of three waves of nationalization in 1936, 1945, and 1982 the largest...

Impact of Covid-19 on the Economy

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...

Tax Research: A Like-Kind Exchange

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...

Virgin Group: Investments in Start-Ups

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,...

Consumer Buying Behavior Discussion

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...

The Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

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...

The Decline of the Household Income in Suburban and Metropolitan Areas

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...

Supply Chain Disruptions and the Effects on the Global Economy

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...

Authoritarian Political Systems and Economic Development

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...

Pensions and Post-Retirement Benefits

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...

Globalization and Technological Development

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...

Chile’s Development and Economic Indicators

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...

The Gross Domestic Product Analysis

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....

The Role of Economics in Shaping Public Policy

Introduction Economics is essential in steering public discussions about business taxation, household taxation, and import taxation by changing the public perspective of taxes. Taxes are essential in running a government by providing public resources and services for appropriate economic growth (Korenik & Węgrzyn, 2020). Without taxes, the government would be...

The Investment Market Anomalies

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...

The Central Bank Currency in the Monetary System

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...

Minimum Wage in British Columbia

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...

The Globalization Impact on Cultural Production

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...

Security and Strategic Aspects of the Integration Process in the ECOWAS and EAC

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...

The Looming Student Loan Default Crisis Is Worse Than We Thought: Critique

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...

Capital Investment and Financial Management

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...

The Free Housing Myth in Canada

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...

Agriculture, Water, and Food Security in Tanzania

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...

Retailing Strategies for New Demographics

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...

Startup Capital Ventures Investing in Zero2IPO

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...

Megaprojects’ Role in Atlantic Canada’s Economy

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...

Aspects of Investing Resources in Stocks

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...

Governmental Price Control in Agricultural Sector

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...

The Commodification of Science in the Sugar Industry

Introduction Financial support for science, technology, and innovation is becoming increasingly relevant and changing its meaning. There are also the latest, complex funding mechanisms that are designed to influence the conduct of scientific research. When discussing the applied nature of some scientific research, it frequently refers to business involvement in...

World Trade Agreements and Anti-Dumping Measures

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...

Future Stock and Bond Valuations

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...

Africa’s Fight Against Hunger in the Diamond Mines

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...

Economy: How the Market Runs the Economy

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...

Consumer Behavior and American Identity After Covid-19

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...

The Fiscal Policy History in the United States

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...

Real vs. Inflationary Growth: What’s the Difference?

Real growth and inflation are associated with the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). GDP is the total market worth of a nation’s products and services during a specific period (Feldstein, 2017). When Comparing periods of GDP growth, real growth takes inflation or deflation into account, while the inflationary growth rate uses...

An Agent-Based Model of Flood Risk and Insurance

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...

Changes in Demand and Supply During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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...

Brazilian Government’s Response to 2016 Recession

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...

Purchasing Power Parity: Predicting Exchange Rates

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...

Personal Finance: Turning Money Into Wealth

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...

Encampment Project: Homelessness Eradication

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...

The Impact of Supreme Court Decisions on the US Economy

Introduction The current U.S. Constitution is one of the oldest in the world. It reflects the fundamental ideas of federalism, separation of powers, the system of checks and balances, and judicial constitutional control, which formed the basis of the state system and the legal and economic systems of the USA....

Boeing and Airbus: Trade Barriers and Government’s Role

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....

Regional Economic Integration and FDI in South Asia

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...

Researching of International Markets

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 Apples After Surgeon General’s Advice

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...

The Impact of Raising the Minimum Wage

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...

Discussion: Symbiotic Justice in Taxation

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...

The Regressive Tax System in Texas

Introduction Public policies are crucial to promoting public economic well-being, health, infrastructure, and K-12 education accessibility. In Texas, recent financial reports have revealed an increased concentration of wealth among high-income households. Local and state tax policies have played a major role in promoting inequality (Lavine). Texas’s tax system is primarily...

Check Fraud: Types and Indicators

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%...

Human Nature in Business: Adam Smith’s View

Introduction In business economics, other than the mathematics involved, some factors must be considered significant considerations when making conclusions. One pertinent consideration is the fact that financial decision-making is different from others. As one of the best business economists, Adam Smith highlighted this in his book The Wealth of Nations...

Aspects of Global Economic Trends

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...

Records Management System of IIROC

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...

Economies of Australia and China in Recent Years

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...

Government Policies Lowering Energy Costs

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...

Information Gain in Customer Behavior Study

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 as Economic Well-Being Measure

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,...

Analyzing Consumer Behavior and Market Dynamics

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....

Balance of Payments in the Indian Economy

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...

Brexit Implications for the European Union and the United Kingdom’s Economy

Abstract Due to the challenges it faced and the differences between the European Union and the United Kingdom, the Brexit process featured a variety of outcomes. The EU was required to show its competence on both an economic and political level to deal with crises of various kinds, but the...

Oil and Natural Gas Industry and Its Effect on the European Economy

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....

The Economic Development of Latin America

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...

Faith Integration of “Economics” as the Management of God’s Household

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...

“Economics in One Lesson” by Henry Hazlitt in the Context of Microeconomics

Economics in One Lesson by Henry Hazlitt provides essential information about microeconomics that non-economics professionals need to know. The author provides examples of major economic misconceptions, public misinterpretations, and public policy failures. Mostly, the author talks about economic policies and their consequences. Hence, the basic rule of economics “consists in...

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Benefits

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...

Milton Friedman’s Political and Economic Freedom

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...

Globalization: Impact on International Business

The global environment and its challenges present a substantial risk zone for businesses. Furthermore, the development trend of the business focuses on the direction of globalization, implying that in order to expand more, businesses need to adapt to the global environment. Globalization, in general, stands for processes of interaction and...

Balancing Customer Willingness to Pay and Production Costs

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...

Corruption in Africa’s Developing States

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...

Gender, Labor, and Power in the Global Apparel Industry by Jane L. Collins

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...

Analysis of the 2008 Financial Crisis

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...

The Complexities of Liberalism and CSR in Modern Economics

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...

Aspects of the Trading Conditions of Online Brokers

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...

Key Learnings for Banking Sector During COVID-19

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...

Unemployment and Its Macroeconomic Implications

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)...

Global Economic Systems Comparison

Introduction At its core, the state represents the intersection of its political, economic, social, and cultural elements. Due to the cultural differences in world views and visions of how society should work, many diverse political ideologies were invented and implemented economically and socially. As a consequence, the economic organization was...

Response to Globalization Pressure

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...

Information Gain in the Banking Sphere

The decrease in entropy or surprise achieved by modifying a dataset is known as information gain, and it is frequently employed in decision tree development. In order to estimate information gain, the entropy of a data sample before and after a modification is used (Kurniabudi et al., 2020). This phenomenon...

The Global Nature of Modern Economics

In his “The False Promise of International Institutions,” Mearsheimer presents a critique of institutionalism theories and the policies that ensue from them. He claims that these theories do not reflect the realities of the world and are disproved by the world’s history. According to him, the alternative, namely realism, is...

Choosing Stock Investment Company

Stock investment and trading are some of the most profitable yet volatile ventures in the history of economics. As a result, several factors determine what type of investments should be made in the stock market and when they should be executed. In a nutshell, the potential perforce of a company...

Demand and Elasticity Concepts and Their Application

The Demand Concept Demand is a common economic subject and principle that refers to the desire, willingness, and ability to purchase and pay the price for a specific good or/and service. In most cases, the demand for goods and services decreases as the price increases. Similarly, when the price decreases,...

CNP Bank Card: Case Analysis

Problem Statement In the world of the market economy, credit cards are becoming more popular, and they are swiftly displacing traditional forms of payment. However, with the growing acceptance of the medium, the risk of default is increasing over time. In this regard, credit card issuers are constantly faced with...

The History of Economic Migration in Canada

Introduction Immigrant recruitment is critical to Canada’s current and future economy. Newcomers fill labor shortages in the country, start or expand enterprises, and invest in the local economy. Employees and employers are both economic immigrants that contribute to the prosperity of Canada. When they immigrate to the state, the majority...

The Role of the Federal Reserve

Introduction Federal Reserve, otherwise known as the Federal Reserve System, is the United States central bank. It was created under Federal Reserve Act signed by President Woodrow Wilson in 1913. The act dictates its roles and responsibilities in the financial sector. The Federal Reserve is headed by a Board of...

Globalization and its Impact on the World

A phenomenon that gathered speed after World War II, globalization has tremendously impacted the international economy, society, and culture by enabling greater interconnectedness and cross-border exchange of people and ideas. Globalization is a complex phenomenon that has benefited developed countries economically while unfairly distributing wealth to underdeveloped nations and disenfranchising...

Communism Economic System in China

Communism is an economic system that promotes a classless society where the public or community controls and owns the primary means of production. Globally, only a few countries, including China, Laos, Cuba, and North Korea, adopt this economic ideology. China is the most famous country due to its economic and...

Big Stock-Picking Hedge Funds Suffer Brutal Reversal in 2022’s Market Tumult

Article Summary Bloomberg’s article Big Stock-Picking Hedge Funds Suffer Brutal Reversal in 2022’s Market Tumult comments on the unusual trends in the 2022 stock market. I believe this information is important because it provides a nuanced and comprehensive outlook into the world of modern money and how easily it can...

Trade Advantages within the Global Economy

Kenya is an Eastern African country that is bordered by Ethiopia, South Sudan, Uganda, Somalia, Tanzania, and the Indian Ocean. According to GlobalEDGE (n.d.), its economic system is a mixed one; that is, it includes various forms of private freedom alongside government regulation and centralized economic planning. While Kenya has...

The US Government Pandemic Initiatives

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic became a major factor which affected numerous spheres and especially businesses. In order to address the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, governments worldwide, including in the United States, designed special initiatives to help companies. The support offered by the U.S. government in the form of...

The Yields and Maturity of US Treasuries and Bonds

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...

How We Were Ruined & What We Can Do: Summary

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...

Assessment: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority

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...

Crypto Exchange Control Analysis

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...

Decent Work in Western Australia

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...

Political Economy: Sweden vs. Italy

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...

Stocks vs. Bonds: Similarities and Differences

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...

Economics Principles in Thomas Sowell’s Quotes

Human development is closely related to the many spheres of life, like economics, medicine, and education. Thomas Sowell has proposed various ideas which approve the fact that people and economics support the existence of each other. The leader talks about fairness regarding people’s achievements in the first quote. The economic...

Free Trade and Prosperity

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...

Analyzing Industrial Policy Using the Opportunity Cost Concept

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...

A Career in Economics: Understanding Human Behavior and Tackling Social Issues

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...

“Stand-up Economists Play Off Finances for Laughs” Video Summary

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...

Paul Romer’s Nobel Prize

Economics is a complex subject that contains numerous problems affecting humanity. Paul Romer, who received the Nobel Prize award for his explanation of the continuous growth of markets, provided people with an understanding of a critical concept of how markets behave (Cowen). The writer’s praise for Paul Romer is well-deserved,...

Economist Valentines

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 Most Popular Stand-up Economist

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,...

Can We Afford a Welfare State

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...

Using Supply & Demand Tool for Analysis

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 Unemployment and Inflation Causes in Australia

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...

Moroccan Central Bank’s Ethics and Systems

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...

The Yield to Maturity of the Bond and Its Duration

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,...

Economic Concepts and Daily Life

Introduction Economics is a wide field of study, one that has produced many important and interesting theories on how society should operate. Depending on the economic conditions one finds themselves in, a variety of theories, mechanisms, and assumptions can be relied on. This includes potential explanations of the free market’s...

Tax Policy on Cryptocurrencies

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...

Canadian Housing and Mortgage Rules Changes Analysis

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....

The US Economy’s Effects of the Aging Population

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...

International Sales, Contracts, and Payment Methods

Contracts, a tool for regulating and managing commercial operations in a distinct world economic market, play an increasingly significant part in international traffic. A network of increasingly varied international agreements in this area has to be developed and expanded due to the growth of international economic interactions, including those between...

The 1929 Stock Market Crash: Economics and Finance

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...

Important Changes in the American Economy

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...

European Economic Integration and Divide in Zones

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...

The Effect of Economic Situation on People

Difficult economic periods in the country have a significant impact on people and their habits and behavior. One of the most critical periods in the United States of America was the crisis of 2008, which greatly affected the life of society. The main economic consequences of this period were an...

Investments: Dealing with Risks

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...