Market Structures: Principles of Macroeconomics

Under perfect competition, many firms sell identical products, the price is set by the market; Under monopolistic competition, the price is still set by the market, but the products are more differentiated; With an oligopoly, the number of firms in the market is small, a high degree of interaction between...

Impact of Consumer and Producer Surplus

Introduction Sales conditions dictated by today’s market trends are largely based on supply and demand indicators as the key parameters that determine the dynamics of seller-consumer relationships. Corresponding fluctuations of these factors directly affect the share of production and pricing. One of the economic concepts to take into account, in...

The Reasons Behind the Rise in Gas Prices

The gas prices have significantly increased during the past several months, and there are several reasons that caused this increase. First of all, it is necessary to realize that the situation in the world is quite unstable today, and numerous factors influence each other, which manifests in rising gas prices....

The Paradox of Hunger in the World

Introduction The eradication of hunger and consequent malnutrition is one of the most critical tasks of contemporary history. Malnutrition causes detrimental physical and mental suffering and hinders progress in many other areas of development, such as education, the economy, and the workforce. The number of people worldwide who do not...

Households and Consumer Behaviors

There are many ways in which households have changed in the past 50 years. People today are getting married much older, and although divorce rates had risen significantly by the early 1990s, there has since been a decreasing tendency. Because of the rise in divorce rates, there are many more...

Effects of Celebrity Ratification on Brand Equity

Research Rationale Celebrity endorsements positively influence buying intentions, brand identification, memory, and purchase behavior. In addition, celebrity ratification surpasses a positive frame of mind toward an organization; however, there is little evidence on whether an international or national star has a similar influence on product standards in the local market....

The USA Embargo on Export to Cuba

The US-Cuban diplomatic relations of the past 60 years have been extremely tense due to the US government’s embargo imposed on Cuba in 1960th after Fidel Castro became Cuban leader. The growing authority of the communist party in Cuba and the nationalization of foreign companies, including US ones, defined America’s...

Export and Import in World Economy and International Trade

Introduction In today’s global economy, consumers are used to seeing products from all over the world in their local grocery stores and retail stores. In general terms, international trade is a means by which countries can develop a specialization, increase the productivity of their resources, and thus increase overall output....

Trade Between Europe and Other Countries

In the present day, the trade relationship between Europe and other countries is constantly improving, however, there are cultural, political, governmental, and economic challenges to entering the European market. The main difficulties are determined by the differences in regulations that create particular standards in multiple spheres. In European Union (EU),...

Minimum Wage and the Distribution of Income

Introduction Since the United States has always been viewed as a country of enormous economic opportunities, the minimum wage issue has been debated for a long time. The opponents of raising salaries claim that this policy may increase unemployment in the country (Lester et al.). The supporters of this idea...

Budget for Security and Counterterrorism Division

Introduction Security and counterterrorism department is one of the New York City Transit police units tasked with ensuring security by neutralizing any threat associated with terrorist activities in the subways. New York City has over 5.6 million commuters who use the subway, bus, and rail transport (Brakewood et al., 2015)....

China: Becoming an Economic Superpower

The new PBS documentary “China: Power and Prosperity” looks at the country’s ascent to becoming an economic superpower. The film digs into the country’s proposed Belt and Road Initiative, which aims to build infrastructure and strengthen trade relationships across Eurasia. It explores China’s impact on Africa, where it is investing...

Economic Well-Being of a Country

To determine the level of a country’s welfare, general indicators of economic development are used, which can also be used to determine the standard of living of the population. These indicators include the gross domestic product (GDP), national income, and net national disposable income. The volume of GDP in the...

Addressing Economic Inequality: The Pandemic Challenge

Economic inequality continues to be relevant to modern society, with the full range of human rights being available only to the wealthy minority. However, many social workers have now been focusing on working toward addressing the issue, with their commitment to social justice and equal human rights being illustrated by...

The Ponzi Scheme in Investigative Accounting

Introduction The Ponzi Scheme is an investment method that pays dividends from newly came investors to those who invested earlier. The Ponzi Scheme appeared in the 1920s and became widespread among mass media channels. It refers to the financial pyramid, which attracts as many people as possible to the system....

South Africa’s Economic Statistics and Labour Rights

Introduction At the present stage of development of the world economy, along with interest in the analysis of general trends, it is still relevant and important to study the economies of individual countries. Of particular interest in this regard are countries of “regional powers” – centers of economic power and...

Economic and Financial Analysis of India

Retail Price Index It is important to note that there are several economic indicators that can be used to observe the state of the economy of a particular nation, which, in the given case, is India. The retail price index or RPI is a measurement of consumer inflation. It is...

Post-Soviet Economic and Social Transition

In the post-Soviet period of economic transition from the previously predominant communist order to the new capitalist approach, two major models of economic reforms with opposing arguments were utilized. On the one hand, shock therapy as a reformation approach held that the shift to capitalism has to be instant and...

Corruption in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Introduction While world economies are affected by a range of problems, some have remained entrenched in countries, impending national and regional growth. Some of the challenges are political instability, poverty, disease, and corruption. These problems are inter-connected in that one leads to another, and if unchecked, may cause the collapse...

Employment Center for People with Disabilities: Project Plan

The project is an employment center for people with disabilities and any kind of physical or mental limitations. It will connect employers and companies from all over the United States with potential employees. The scope of the project is relatively small with growth potential. The work breakdown structure is the...

Individual Commercialization: Steps to Effective Commercialization

Commercialization is the process of converting an idea or a product into a cash generation or viable mercantile facet. Businesses and individuals often generate concepts worth significant commercial value. Nonetheless, it is until such thoughts are commercialized that the inventors can enjoy the results. On the other hand, the process...

Discussion of Investment Opportunities in Project

Introducing investment opportunities into the project is another vital issue that needs to be considered closer. Specifically, given the nature of the project, which will be primarily educational, the project can be deemed as a non-profit one. Therefore, customers will be admitted without charge. The specified solution implies that the...

Trade Agreement Between Mexico and Brazil

In the modern world, politics, like many other spheres of life and the functioning of the state, are predetermined by laws. Based on the fact that they differ in all countries, we can conclude that processes such as trade are significantly more complicated. However, lawyers and politicians are inventing new...

Retail Stores as Cultural Phenomenon in Cities

I do not see retail stores as a big problem because I see modern American society filled with abundance and consumerism. At the moment, it seems to me, American society could not live differently, and people are used to the fact that shopping is sewn logically and harmoniously into their...

How Sugar Affected the Cuban Economy

Introduction For centuries, sugar has been considered a commodity of high trading value. Sugar plantations were profitable to the extent that sugar was called “white gold” because of the high demand for it on the market. Being extracted from a plant called sugar cane, it has been the backbone of...

The Impact of Globalization on Business in India and the USA

Introduction Globalization is a key belief that has emerged because of the maximum essential component in enterprise over the previous couple of decades. Globalization is an almost inevitable result of accelerated printing speeds in history, if not since the Renaissance and the first Industrial Revolution (Burlacu et al., 2018). This...

Brazil’s Aspirations to Join the World Trade Organization

The purpose of the World Trade Organization is to help each member state promote free-market relations and attain a better level of economic development. Historically, Brazil’s aspirations to join the WTO faced a certain resistance on behalf of the country’s left-wing politicians who feared that the membership would destroy the...

Restructuring of Los Angeles Police Department Fiscal Budget

Abstract The compilation of LAPD’s annual budget involves the administration of all fiscal resources, including the acquisition of all equipment and supplies, management of contracted services, and the processing of travel and training expenses. The Administrative Services Division (ASD) is responsible for the centralization of fiscal wage bills and synchronization...

Real Estate Investment and Hospitality Industry Performance

The COVID-19 pandemic has also affected real estate investments differently. Some businesses benefited from the rise of coronavirus, while others recorded so many losses. Investors and economic leaders could share different views and opinions on the current environment. Before embarking on business, property owners must assess possible risks and benefits....

The “Made in China 2025” Economic Blueprint

Introduction Background to the Study There is a consensus among economists and academicians that a new wave of economic revolution is happening as countries position themselves to exploit opportunities created by rapid technological advancements in business (Brunet-Thornton & Martinez, 2018; Lardy, 2019). Countries with advanced economies, such as the United...

Behavioral Economics: The Proposal

Initial Situation and Motivation The topic of behavioral economics is interesting and relevant because it outlines the possibility of deploying mechanisms that could affect a number of essential business variables, such as labor markets, private finance, and personal health. Knowing that financial regulations and healthcare provisions are being developed at...

Effect of Soda and Plastic Bag Tax Policies

Within modern society, it is crucial to be acknowledged about the core principles of the economic theory and its implications on every aspect of daily life. According to Mankiw, there are four key economic concepts, including “scarcity, supply and demand, costs and benefits, and incentives,” which illustrate the underlying reasons...

Facilitating Trade and Securing Import & Export

One of the European Government’s concerns is to facilitate trade while also securing import and export procedures. Currently, customs, Value Added Tax(VAT), and duty are all handled separately, although the data is nearly identical. Customs administration using electronic means is seldom regarded as inventive as product design or factory automation...

Economic Benefits and Constraints to Opening Canada’s Borders

Introduction Policymakers regard Canada’s immigration program as critical to the country’s progress and future growth. Growing the country’s population, however, demands a balance and keen monitoring. The current immigration plan for 2019-2021 set by the Canadian government should be carefully analyzed. Presently, there are government restrictions on the free flow...

Optimization and Improvement of the Namibian Electricity Sector

Introduction In developing countries like Namibia, power supply is a key issue. Namibia’s local electrical supply has failed to keep pace with its expanding energy demands since it only generates less than half of the energy it consumes, according to ITA (2020). The current peak energy demand exceeds 600 MW,...

The Role of the USA Authoritative Bodies

The United States’ authoritative bodies are essential for establishing financial accounting and reporting standards that both private and public organizations will have to follow in order to operate successfully in their relative markets and spheres of operations. For example, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) sets standards through an inclusive...

The Effect of Independence and Interdependence in the Global Economy

The Implications of Integration in the Light of Brexit and the COVID-19 The United Kingdom, which constitutes Wales, North Ireland, and England, has one of the major economies in the world. In 2019, the GDP of the UK was 2.83 trillion dollars. Due to the diversification of the economy, living...

The National Banking Crisis Analysis

Description of the Crisis I work at a national bank as a CEO, where a recent crisis has attracted nationwide coverage due to its massive effect on the economy. The bank is the largest one in the country and has clients in the entire nation, including its biggest customer, the...

Collusion in Oligopoly and Game Theory

Oligopoly is a market structure in which a relatively small number of companies or organizations serve a large number of consumers. Along with monopoly, oligopoly as a structure exists in imperfect competition. Because the number of firms in oligopoly is usually extremely small, the profit of each participating company does...

Qatar National Bank’s General Information

There are numerous issues that banks across the world have to address in the 21st century. Nevertheless, bank groups that have already developed the most efficient business models and managed to expand their operations globally are in a comfortable position. The remarkable economic performance of various sectors of the economy...

Banking in the United States of America

History Of Banking The United States of America has the most powerful banking system in the world. However, this system is one of the youngest, and banking has its own specifics with a lot of restrictions and even archaic elements. Its own banking structure appeared in the United States during...

Cryptocurrencies and the Meme Stock Phenomenon

Introduction The economic theory of investing pays much attention to the phenomenon of financial bubbles. In a general sense, bubbles are understood as an unreasonably sharp increase in the price of assets on the stock market, followed by a sharp decline when the bubble “bursts.”This is reflected in the terminological...

The Community Reinvestment Act and the Banking Systems

Introduction Nowadays, there are many laws and regulations regarding the banking system, lending, and the financial structure of the United States. They include reforms to improve the country’s credit climate and increase investment opportunities. One of these laws was CRA (Community Reinvestment Act), adopted in 1977. To evaluate its effectiveness,...

Why It Is Necessary to Study Digital Economy

The economy studies the process of production and consumption of goods and services and the ways they help fulfill the needs of society. The economy, in general, helps people get a clear idea of the way market relations are established and developed. Understanding the guiding principles and strategies the economy...

The US Trade Deficit as a Current News Issue

Current Issue: US Trade Deficit Recently, such news outlets as Reuters, CNBC, and Market Watch have reported that the US trade deficit has reached its highest record. According to Mutikani (2021), in August 2021, the US trade deficit rose to $73.3 billion, although economists predicted that it would amount to...

Landline Service Taxes and Impact on Markets

A landline usually transmits data through a metallic wire or optic fiber telephone line instead of a mobile cellular network, which transmits data using radio waves. Landlines are usually fixed at some points where people operate them from. For instance, they can be fixed in homes, streets, jails, and big...

Islamic Banking and Its Development Problems

Islamic banking implies a way of banking functioning that is characterized by consistency and does not contradict Muslim principles in relation to monetary settlement operations. The main rule of the Islamic religion is the rejection of future transactions and the prohibition of charging a loan interest by a banking institution....

Financial Report of Fridgefreeze Plc

Introduction Profitability Ratios Return on capital employed = 2020 2019 Operating profit 7,485 10,105 Divide byCapital employed: Share capital 26,035 24,330 Plus Reserves 8,480 6,375 Plus Non-current liab. 4,575 1,250 39,090 31,955 Equals (0.1915 0.3162) x 100% ROCE = 19.15% 31.62% The 2020 ROCE is less than that of 2019....

Underrepresented Benefits of Casinos and Gambling

Introduction It is important to note that gambling and casinos are mostly perceived as negative activities as well as organizations, respectively. However, despite the socially held disapproval, responsible gambling and properly regulated casinos can be not only an enjoyable recreational activity but also a major promoter of tourism and economic...

Construction of Fertilizer Blending Plants in Nigeria: Cost and Schedule Impact

Summary Research Background The recent focus on the use of the available resources in order to produce NPK fertilizers has opened the door for Nigeria o enjoy multiple opportunities for attracting investors from overseas, thus, allowing the state to support and maintain its economic growth. Due to its recent foray...

Goods’ Cost and Factors Influencing It

Introduction The consumption of goods is a complex process that includes many variables influencing it. The customer’s decision towards one or another product differs depending on his or her level of wealth, the increase or decrease of the inflation, and the level of interest rates. All of the mentioned factors...

The United Arab Emirates’ Economic Climate

The Economy of the United Arab Emirate The United Arab Emirates is amongst one of the most successful countries in the Gulf and the Middle East. It is made up of seven emirates. It lies within the Arabian Desert and covers an area of 83650 Km2 with a population of...

The Federal Reserve System and the Money Supply

The Federal Reserve (FR) has three main tools to control the money supply in the economy: the discount rate, open market operations, and reserve requirements. “The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is responsible for the discount rate and reserve requirements, and the Federal Open Market Committee is...

Financial Planning. Money Management Skill

Financial literacy is an essential skill necessary for people to manage their income and achieve goals. Financial literacy can be defined as knowledge about financial planning and management that allows making reasonable choices about money spending and saving (Hamid & Loke, 2021). Indeed, proper cash management leads to lower debt...

Internalization of National Economies and Political Risks

Recent systemic transformations due to globalization, trade and investment growth, and nations’ growing interest in economic internationalization to remain or become more competitive led scholars to evaluate the potential political risks of the internationalization process. There are three main sources of political risk in the internalization of the national economy....

Smart Cities’ Response to the Aftermath of COVID-19 in the Retail Sector

Introduction Retail sector remains of the drivers of modern economy because of its scape, scope, and vital status for the life of society. According to the Statistic Research Department (2021), the amount of global retail sales has reached the level $25 trillion with $19.2 trillion in physical turnover and nearly...

The Federal Public Budgetary Decision Process

Introduction Organizational managers and policymakers use the budget for accountability and decision-making purposes. Budgeting is a process that involves the allocation of resources to the objectives of a given entity or a strategic plan (Brusca & Labrador, 2016). The allocation of resources to a policy can influence various aspects of...

Emerging Markets Growth and HSBC in China

Case History and Background Before the start of discussions with the World Trade Organization, China’s banking industry functioned as a wheel in a centrally located economy. During China’s post-Mao industrialization, the financial sector served social functions rather than the expected economic functions. The majority of China’s successful companies resulted from...

India’s International Trade Policy

Balance of Payments: Analyses and Implications In the first quarter of 2021-2022, India’s current account balance experienced a surplus in the balance of payment. The increment was 6.5 US billion dollars, representing 0.9% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) (“Reserve Bank of India”, 2021). In the fourth quarter of...

Bank’s Digital Trends, Opportunities, and Threats

The essay demonstrates the most crucial digital opportunities and threats for a commercial bank. In addition, the strategies to reduce the number of abandoned baskets are discussed. Notably, nowadays, digital currency is one of the most influential trends in the financial industry. Xu and Tang (2020) claim that central banks...

Clientele of Luxurious Vehicles: The Purchasing Decisions

Introduction and Identification of Key Economic Issues and Concepts Consumer behavior is a multidimensional phenomenon that proficiently influences business competence and productivity within a marketplace. In the research by Gokhale et al. (2021), the researchers focus on assessing significant factors that influence the purchasing decision among the clientele of luxurious...

Taxation Without Representation

“Taxation without representation” is when a whole population is taxed but has no say in spending money or implementing policies. The colonists of the United States said to their British overlords that “taxation without representation is tyranny.” Because of the adoption of the English Bill of Rights in 1689, it...

Primary vs. Secondary Markets Differences

Primary and Secondary Markets When it comes to financial activities, it is necessary to understand the difference between primary and secondary markets. They are distinct phenomena, and traders, investors, and other stakeholders should know how they vary. Primary and secondary markets are different according to their overall purpose, mechanics, and...

Stock Analysis and Portfolio Balancing

Calculating the Risk and Interconnection with Market Investment Risk: The Reason for Comparison between the Company and the Index Despite the considerable number of shares’ valuation methods, the comparative approach is one of the most widespread. Many analysts consider the parallel share and index analysis as an effective one since...

Searching for Funding Opportunities

Funding Opportunities Priority Funding Option Debt or Equity Type Maximum Available $ Amount Interest Rate Company Share Terms Documents to prepare Contact Information Notes 1 Personal savings Debt $6000 0% I retain 100% I Will repay myself in 18-20 months No 2 Borrowing from relatives/friends Debt Parents $15,000 – $20,000...

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the International Trading

Globalization and Its change Globalization is an organic element of modern economic growth, one of its most important characteristics. However, this does not mean that its shape and pace are unchanged: there are periods of its sharp acceleration, as well as deceleration. Over the past two years, globalization has slowed...

Budget Development in Public vs. Private Sector

In building a budget of any scale, it is necessary to consider many details. The most standard budget requirement is the excess of revenues over expenditures, which ensures the continued functioning of the organization. However, in some cases, this rule may be violated. The purpose of this essay is to...

Banks and Their Influence on the Economy

Banks are the leading financial intermediary in the economy because they accept deposits by attracting depositors’ money, i.e., accumulating temporarily free funds. Moreover, banks provide money at a certain percentage to various economic firms, households, etc., i.e., they issue loans. The activity of banks is the channel through which changes...

Essential Financial Concepts

The most important concept I have learned in the course is the PV, FV, and Payback Period. It is the first on the list because it is related to long-term risk-taking since the notions themselves help assess the possible financial benefits in the future. According to researchers, financial forecasting is...

Japan’s Crisis Governance in a Period of Economic Stagnation

Japan is the first of the “Asian tigers” and an excellent example of quality industrial policy, which prevented the country from falling into an irreversible recession in the crisis years. The story of the economic miracle began 70 years ago. Japan, whose path China is trying to follow today, is...

Production and Growth During the Pandemic: A Case of U.S. Manufacturing

The need to sustain production and growth is one of the central concerns in running a business. Therefore, inspecting the phenomena and notions associated with production and growth is vital. In her recent article, Harriet Torry explained that, despite the pandemic, the U.S. manufacturing industry has been thriving, showing an...

The Value of Auctions in the Modern Economy

The auction represents a valuable aspect of the existence of the modern economy. Furthermore, an auction is a type of market trading in which the seller, in order to maximize profit, uses direct competition from several buyers present at the auction. It is worth noting that it is the seller...

Disney Imagineering: Local Cultures

Disney should accommodate local cultures so much since different regions have varying practices and formalities. When Disney is choosing to open a theme park in a certain location, it is necessary to identify and include the various meanings of the people for them to adapt to the park easily. Lacking...

Earmarking Taxes for Improving the Health Sector

Allocating sufficient financing for healthcare institutions and policies is a difficult task, especially for a developing country. Currently, Nigeria’s governmental structure undergoes many critical changes to ensure its prospects. Its health sector is largely under-resourced, which has a detrimental effect on the overall productivity and economic development of the country...

Researching of Mercosur Economic Agreement

Introduction Mercosur is an integration association of four States (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay) with a population of more than 260 million people interested both in the inflow of investments and in gaining access to high-tech products (Almeida, 2018). It is the leading trading bloc of South America. Known as...

Economic Impact of Opioid Epidemic in Virginia

The opioid epidemic has been a problem in the United States for years, and the situation in some states is only getting worse. In particular, Virginia has seen a steady increase in the number of opioid overdose cases and deaths associated with it (Virginia Department of Health, 2021b). The situation...

Aspects of Obama’s Tax Reforms

Introduction Administrative systems must control taxation strategies and processes to ensure effective taxation that matches the administration’s objectives to promote a secure and attractive investment environment. Under President Obama’s administration, there were substantial changes in taxation and income wages to promote fair tax for all Americans. The former president fought...

Researching of Economic Recession

Introduction The term “recession” refers to a period in which the economy declines, unemployment rises, the stock market falls, and the housing market suffers. Whenever there is a recession, everyone from the Federal Reserve to the president to the federal government gets blamed. Several variables might lead to recessions, including...

“Jobs Boom Wipes out Covid Losses”: Report on the Article

Executive Summary The article “Jobs boom wipes out Covid losses” examines the positive dynamics in the labor market recovery. The key takeaway is the reduction in the unemployment rate from 6.3% to 5.8%, with an expectation to lower it to the level below 5%. The other positive tendency discussed is...

Concept of Mindful Consumption

The concept of mindful consumption has a deeper meaning than simply consuming the amount of goods and services necessary for an individual’s life. According to Sheth et al. (2011), mindful consumption has both tangible — the behavior, and intangible — mindset — facets. Therefore, consuming the goods and services mindfully...

Impact of Progressive Globalization

One of the key processes in the development of the world economy on the verge of the XX-XXI centuries is the progressive globalization. It is, indeed, a qualitatively new stage in the development of the internationalization of economic life. The attitude of both specialists and people to globalization is very...

Apple Returns on Equity (ROE) Concept

Returns on equity (ROE) represent a relation where income has to be divided by the stakeholders’ equity (average). It means that investors are most likely to gain more insight into stakeholder power and make their decisions based on that particular factor. Another way to represent the relationship between investors and...

COVID-19: Influence on Labor Demand and Supply

Introduction World history has seen devastating global pandemics, which have drastically changed the situation in the economy. In this regard, it might be interesting to compare the impact caused by the current COVID-19 with the consequences of the earlier pandemics. Mankiw (2020) mentions the case of the Black Death, the...

Definitions of Primary and Secondary Markets

The notion of market stands for a complex interrelation between various systems, procedures, infrastructures, and social phenomena that contribute to the systematization of goods and services exchanged in certain conditions. The exchange within a market may rely either on the exchange of goods and services by barter, i.e., in return...

Economic Theories and Their Effect on a Company

A business is affected by various regulations that determine its success. These regulations are meant to guide and control the running of a business. If a business does not adhere to policies, then it may end up collapsing. Most entrepreneurs that do not meet guidelines required by the government end...

Lebanon’s Financial Crisis and Governmental Measures

Introduction Lebanon is known to be facing a financial crisis that continues to worsen. Unemployment, as well as poverty rates, have rocketed, and the currency has devalued substantially, which threatens political stability not solely in the country, but in the entire region. Considering this, it is critical for the Lebanese...

Consumer Buying Behaviour Overview

Executive Summary Two mobile phone customers are analyzed in this report. One consumer A, purchased Samsung Galaxy S21 5G to replace Samsung S7 after losing his previous phone. Customer B purchased iPhone 12 Max as an upgrade from iPhone 11. Customer B has a habit of upgrading to the newest...

Discussion: Public and Private Good

In a civilized modern state, private business harmoniously complements public administration and trade spheres. Services and goods are distributed in many areas intelligently between private individuals and the state. These individuals are bound by the laws of their country and take full responsibility for providing quality services and goods. The...

AMZ Bank’s Main Problems and Their Solution

Introduction The realities of today’s economic conditions are based on meeting the constantly changing needs of customers, increasing labor productivity, and maintaining a leading position in the market. A commercial organization is a social system that develops according to business principles, but production capacities and a management system act as...

Comparing American Dream Collapsing and the Fading American Dreams

The first article is American dream collapsing done by Jim Tankersley in 2016. The author is writing about the decline in several children earning more than their parents. In 1940, 92% of children earned more than their parents compared to 46% in 1980 (Tankersley, para 2). The biggest conversation is...

Researching of Financial Ratios

Financial ratios allow a business to assess many aspects of the performance, being an integral part of financial statements analysis. The ratio compares companies, industries, different periods of activity of the same company, and the results of the organization with the average industry ones. In financial statement analysis, the following...

The Efficient Market Hypothesis Definition

The purpose of the capital market is the efficient reallocation of funds between investors and borrowers. Individuals and firms may have excess capacity to invest in production but do not have sufficient funds to use them all for their purposes (Renshaw, 1984). If the capital market exists, they can borrow...

Ways to Measure Economic Profit

Profit is usually perceived as earnings and measured by subtracting costs from revenues. However, there are different types of costs: explicit and implicit. Explicit costs can be directly measured and expressed in monetary terms, for example, wages, rent, and utility costs (Orsag & Džidić, 2018). Implicit costs refer to the...

Norway as a Country for Conducting Business

Perhaps one of the most picturesque countries on earth thanks to its mountainous landscape and the midnight sun in Norway, which is, in addition, an attractive destination for business ventures. Norway’s relatively small population does not impede the country’s purchasing power equals to the world’s largest economies due to its...

Financial Regulation and Legal Aspects of the Economy

Introduction The issues of the crisis continue to be relevant: the abundance of goods on the market and the stock exchange does not justify their poor quality. Companies and corporations with influence over public opinion are responsible for this abundance. The crisis of 2008 was a companion to discussions of...

Researching the Concept of Globalization

Globalization is a widespread phenomenon that determines the economic and trade processes all over the world. With the development of technology and significant achievements in cross-cultural communication, different countries and nations nowadays can exchange goods and services freely. In each country, people may find production from various parts of the...

Marx’s Objections to Capitalism

The body of doctrine created by Karl Marx and, to a lesser extent, Friedrich Engels in the 19th century does not lose its popularity to this day. Marx refused to see his teaching as pure philosophy: if anything, he criticized other philosophical movements for their alleged inability to shift from...

Economic Policy and Goals. Economics Issues

Economic growth is difficult to project because it is associated with many drivers. Tran (2019) claimed that economic freedom is the main economic growth propellant. Economic freedom refers to protecting private property and reducing public intervention on private issues, including limited restrictions on consumption, distribution, production, and markets. (Oussama et...

US Economy Affected by COVID-19 Crisis

Introduction The current situation in recent years associated with the pandemic of coronavirus infection has changed the world and made its adjustments to the modern realities of the whole world. However, the USA was selected for analysis since it is of certain interest. The fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic has...

How the US Solves Economic Disparity and Injustice

Introduction Economic disparity has always been a hot-debated topic and relevant problem in the United States. The vast difference in wealth between the rich and poor people constantly promotes social inequality, decreases economic growth, and increases political tension (Stiglitz 4). Additionally, the relationship between economic disparity and the said complications...

Current Events in Macroeconomics – Monetary Policy

The problem discussed in the selected episode of the podcast is related to the recent changes in citizens’ wages, which, surprisingly, do not bring extra income. These outcomes are conditional upon the ongoing inflation resulting in rapidly growing gas prices, which becomes an obstacle for some people (Smith, 2021). The...

Entry into Emerging and Developed Markets

Introduction Improved productivity and changing consumer needs have motivated many company owners to globalize. Top executives of large firms, particularly in North America and Europe, recognize that internationalization is the most significant challenge they confront today. Nonetheless, most companies have remained committed to the strategies they have used in the...

Analysis of Deficit Spending Impact

Background John Maynard Keynes is referred as to one founder of the present-day macroeconomics theory. He analyses the relationship between the government’s spending habits to the government’s income in the form of taxes (Wernicke, 2018). Deficit spending refers to a situation where the government expenditure rates are more than the...

Gainful Employment with a Living Wage for All People

These days, capitalism prevails in the world, the main goal of which is to make money. At the same time, annual inflation is also relevant, forcing the prices of products and other services to rise. Some goods are recognized as necessary for normal human existence, and therefore the state has...

Post-Pandemic Work Environment

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people approach work because the majority of companies had to transition to remote work, and employees had to complete their responsibilities from home. Individuals and staff have to cope with the new environment after working from home for so long. This paper will...

Discussion of American Bankers Association

The American Bankers Association (ABA) is a trade association that consists of elites and groups representing banks of all sizes in the banking industry. The ABA does not offer basic baking services or operations aligned to bank systems. This association was established in 1875 and has expanded to the most...

Earning per Share and Return on Investment

Background of the Case Earning per share (EPS) is known to be a key metric used to determine a shareholder’s portion of the company’s profit. It is widely used to assess a company’s performance, and high values of these indicators usually make a stock more attractive to potential investors (Earnings...

Heuristics: Focusing on the Mediating Effect of Shopping Value

Heuristics can be described as mental shortcuts that are used to solve problems or make probability judgments. They are generalizations aimed at reducing the effort required to think critically about a situation. They can either be effective or irrational when making judgments or coming to conclusions. There are three types...

Globalization: Beauty Sculpt for You

Today society is filled with the obsession of promoting a self-image of beauty and perfection. Individuals take extreme measures to reach the goal of a flawless body, however with the so many innovations beauty can be accomplished with no surgery a balanced diet and exercise. «Beauty Sculpt for You» is...

Why a Home Country Would Promote Foreign Direct Investment in a Host Country

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is the purchase of assets like land and equipment in another host nation while running the facility from the home country. In the event of FDI, the foreign investment business must have at least 10% of the voting rights. The primary distinction between FDI and other...

Involuntary Conversion of a Principal Residence

The article demonstrates the variety of scenarios in which the exclusion under Sec. 121 can be applied. I understood the situation where two unmarried individuals jointly own a home. For example, the homeowners want to sell their house, or their property has been destroyed by a natural disaster or an...

Impact of Legal Immigration on the Economy of United States

The success of the United States in multiple spheres of life largely comes from a well-known and longstanding tradition to encourage people to leave their countries for a better life in America. At the same time, similar to any other phenomenon, immigration has advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand,...

Pandemic-Related Changes in Consumer Behavior

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has influenced various spheres of human life worldwide, in the list of which, consumer businesses apparently occupy the leading positions. The quarantine encouraged big amounts of people to reconsider their values and priorities, notably, give a preference to a healthier lifestyle as well as spending more...

United States Economy’s Outlook After Pandemic

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way consumers behave and as a result, the economic growth over the past 2 years has stagnated. The U.S. is one of the largest and most successful economies in the world. When changes happen in the United States economy, the whole world feels the...

Cultural Issues & Operational Investment in East Asia

Foreign direct investment (FDI) is the investment that a firm or an individual makes in another country’s business operations. These firms, multinational enterprises (MNE), need to consider the cultural factors that are likely to arise when making foreign direct investments. Let us assume my American company, Xaeto, is interested in...

Reflection on “How African Countries Can Overcome the ‘Resource Curse” by Peter Coy

The current economic situation on the African continent presents a disturbing picture. For the most part, power is represented by totalitarian, authoritarian regimes and military juntas, exploiting their uneducated people and the country’s natural resources. The continent is fragmented between states, the borders drawn by the former European colonial empires...

Fair Trade Organized Social Movements

The main purpose is to convince people to join the ranks of fair trade ambassadors. The audience consists of people who are not yet in the ranks of the ambassadors. They need to know that fair trade is an organized social movement that advocates fair standards of international labor, environmental,...

Advantages and Disadvantages of the Internet and Mailed Surveys

This study may not reflect the views of the general population. This is because the elderly, who are part of the entire population, do not have access to the Internet as unnecessary. It turns out that in this case, they will not receive e-mails sent by e-mail and also will...

Growth of Medication Costs in the United States

The Factors that Contribute to the Growth in Medications The country’s spending on medications is usually determined by three possible factors: the volume of drugs consumed and population of the country, drug utilization per individual, and the type and price of the drug itself (“Prescription drug prices higher in the...

Six Stages of Consumer Buying Process, Situational Factors, and External Groups

Introduction Understanding the process of deciding on purchasing any product, especially an expensive one, is essential for marketers since this information allows them to adjust their selling practices accordingly. Different factors play a decisive role in consumer purchasing decision-making, which consists of several consecutive stages, at each of which external...

Takeaways From the Budget Development Exercise

Introduction To achieve financial stability and minimize risks linked with unexpected expenses, skills in developing a personal budget are important. Basic budgeting-related competencies can promote healthier spending patterns and increase personal saving rates regardless of a person’s initial financial knowledge. This paper summarizes takeaways from the budget development exercise, including...

The US Stock Market Affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has caused destruction on the economies of multiple countries, wreaking havoc on a variety of sectors. Notably, the pandemic’s broader social impact has influenced investment behavior in the United States. As such, this study examines the effect of social activities on the US stock market concerning...

”Impact of Monetary Policy on the U.S. Economy”: Correlation Analysis

Application of Correlation Analysis Correlation analysis articles are helpful in providing an alternative on how a certain business problem can be solved. The application of correlation analysis involves the use of a regression model that generates a quantitative analysis of the study. The use of regression analysis models in the...

Applying Henry Hazlitt’s Economics in One Lesson

Henry Hazlitt’s Economics in One Lesson (1979) offers an introduction to liberal economics in a concise yet well-developed way. The book stresses what the author considers to be the two main principles for evaluating any action with an economic impact. These principles are considering the economic impact on the entire...

Current Economic Status: Economic Conditions of Indigenous Peoples in Canada

The population of the aboriginal communities has rapidly risen over the last decade, and so has the economy. This growth has led to the rise in the supply of the workforce and the demand for social entities. Though the Aboriginals’ economic status has risen over time, they are still faced...

Air Pollution Crisis in China and Its Impact on Economy

Air pollution is one of the key problems of the modern world, along with climate change. In large industrialized countries such as China, the emission of carbon dioxide has a negative impact on climate conditions, which is hitting the national economy. It is proposed to use the Orca technology for...

Production Decisions in UK Manufacturing Between 2010 to 2019

Introduction The accessibility of goods and services is among the key determinants of how effective the economy of a certain state currently is. Specifically, it shows what amount of a particular product is available to the population and what those can afford. These parameters are directly dependent on supply, which,...

The Monetary and Fiscal Policies

The priorities of the Biden-Harris administration as seen in the first link are representative of highly expansionary policies. Expansionary fiscal policy is characterized by tax cuts, rebates, increased government spending, and infusing the economy with money through deficit spending (Lumen, n.d.). This can be seen in the administration’s policy priorities...

The New Deal: National Recovery Administration

The emergence of the New Deal came in a time of severe economic and social struggle. This also allowed for political division and the promotion of varied and even conflicting interests. However, the New Deal aimed to improve the lives of the regular working class as well as the operations...

Foreign Direct Investments in Democratic Republic of Congo

For a long time, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been considered as a country unattractive for Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs). Since the 1990s, the country has experienced endless periods of violence that have hampered its political stability and economic growth. There are high rates of poverty and unemployment,...

Banking: A Balance Sheet and an Income Statement

Considering the specifics of the question conditions, I would choose a balance sheet to be conducted if only one form of the financial statement was possible. The relevant criterion mentioned concerned the potential for credit extension towards suppliers by a total of 60 days. An income statement would therefore not...

Unemployment Rates in the State of Georgia

Introduction Unemployment is the most important indicator of the economy’s health. Its rise confirms the economy’s decline after a recession and leads to the diminishment of household purchasing power, which decreases overall consumption and causes a further economic downturn (Amadeo, 2020; Picardo, 2020). The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics qualifies...

The Tariffs Policy’s Negative Effects

Introduction In light of the article by Anna Wiener published on September, 15, 2021, the matter of tariffs deserves a special notion. As Mrs. Wiener (2021) points out, “steel tariffs imposed by the U.S. in 2018 led to a shortage of steel sheets”, which led to the increase in production...

Importance of Life Insurance and Annuities

Financial services are those offered by banks and other financial entities in the financial sector. The phrase refers to mobilizing and allocating funds and encompassing all operations involved in converting savings into investments. Life insurance and annuities are two examples of such services (Alpman & Ünal, 2019). On the one...

“Fiat” Currency in the United States

“Fiat” money is a currency issued by governments that is not tied to physical products such as gold and silver. The currency value is usually set by the ratio of supply and demand and regulated by governments’ financial departments. USA dollar, euro, pound, and many other stable currencies are called...

“Deep Economy” by Bill McKibben: Book Report

Deep Economy by Bill McKibben gives an insight into the current United States economy and how the future of the nation is in danger if the current economic processes continue being followed. Bill McKibben describes that the United States has become obsessed with getting more material items rather than acquiring...

Casino as a Tool for Economic Development

Introduction According to the American Gambling Association, most American voters believe casinos help strengthen their communities and improve local economies. – Lim and Zhang. Growth and Change. For each country, economic development is one of the most important areas of activity. Thus, the state applies various measures to improve this...

The Term “Economy”: Problematic Definition and Current Implications

The Term “Economy” Christopher Dodd once quoted “economic growth and environmental protection can and should go hand in hand”. Societies, governments, and countries rely on the concept of the economy to control the nature and processes of production and consumption. The formal definition of this term is the state of...

2018 Global Financial Crisis: Causes and Effects

Deregulation in the financial sector was the primary driver of the 2008 financial crisis because it gave banks the power to fund trading activities with derivatives. As a result, banks raised their mortgages to cushion the derivatives sales, which brought more profit (Bernanke 251). Similarly, the move encouraged more borrowing...

Aspects of Event Venue Investment

The two main factors to consider in determining investment in event management services are cost/logistics and usability/operability. Cost is a major factor, depending on a range of other influences. Constructing a dedicated event management facility from the bottom up will be more costly as it includes elements of planning and...

Should the Federal Government Bail Out Main Street?

Economic growth is a concern of every government, and it is upon it to formulate policies that promote effective development across different sectors. There are various contributors to the performance and success of the country, like corporations and other big agencies. The common citizens also play a vital role in...

The COVID-19 Pandemic and Labor Market Dynamics

Gros, Daniel, and Alexandre Ounnas. “Labour market responses to the Covid-19 crisis in the United States and Europe.” CEPS Working Document No. 2021. Web. The effect of the Covid-19 on unemployment is investigated in this article by evaluating and comparing labor market responses in the United States and the United...

Wells Fargo Bank Scandal in Southern California

Summary In 2013, a cross-sale scandal erupted from a Wells Fargo bank in Southern California. According to Corkery (2016), Wells Fargo employees opened bank accounts and issued debit and credit cards to customers without their permission. The report says that the scandal emerged after the customers started receiving the cards...

Recovery the Post Pandemic World

Different countries handle currency crises and economic downfall differently due to their policies and structure. An excellent example is the distinction between the response by Russia and Britain. The rapid decrease in the value of money renders the financial plight. The key solution to fighting the impasse in a nation...

The U.S. Economy: Economical Risk

There are several key risks to the U.S. economy right now that could reduce the country’s growth rate. The spread of the Omicron Coronavirus strain threatens to reduce U.S. employment and economic activity, and increased economic uncertainty will contribute to inflation. A new outbreak of the infection in the country...

Obama’s Taxation Policies: Application and Evaluation

Introduction Taxation is an essential mechanism the government uses to get the finances required to live on and conduct public services. It is a type of system that is very complicated, and it involves all government levels. Additionally, tax policies exist to achieve several other policy goals. However, cutting-edge customs,...

Globalization Impact on Socioeconomic Inequality

Introduction The reduction in trade blockades has augmented globalization, leading to amplified international trade. As a result, individuals and organizations have become more interconnected and unified, leading to growth in trade and exchange of culture and values, among others. However, the spread of globalization has generated adverse effects such as...

American Express Firm’s Microeconomic Analysis

Abstract The present paper provides an analysis of American Express to make predictions concerning the success or failure of the company in 2021. Despite the unfavorable macroeconomic situation in the world, American Express managed to stay profitable even during the time of the pandemic. Even though the company’s total revenues,...

The Toronto-Dominion Bank in the Industry

Which company are we looking at? The Toronto-Dominion (TD) Bank Where does it take place? In Canada What is the time frame? In 2021 What industry are we analyzing? The paper analyzes the banking industry but with more focus made on digital banking External Analysis (PESTEL + CDG) Political Factors: The...