Category: Economics 2707

  • Government Bailouts of Private Sector Firms

    Table of Contents Introduction Government helps the bankrupted banks Conclusions References Introduction The main aspects that have crippled the economy have been the subprime mortgage loan crisis which eroded the credibility and capital base of many large financial and lending institutions. Many firms like Lehman Brothers went into liquidation and some companies like Goldman Sach…

  • Economic Concepts and Daily Life

    Table of Contents Introduction Utility Maximization in Consumer Behavior Antitrust Policy and Regulation in Employment Conclusion References 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…

  • Market Equilibrium: Demand and Quantity Demanded

    Table of Contents Introduction Market equilibrium Change in Demand Change in the quantity demanded Conclusion Reference List Introduction Changes in prices of goods and services are triggered by shifts in demand and supply. In other words, prices of goods are determined by the interaction between supply and demand. Market equilibrium occurs when buyers purchase exact…

  • Ratio and Financial Statement Analysis

    Table of Contents Executive Summary Introduction Liquidity ratios Leverage Profitability Investors ratios Benefits and limitations New practices Conclusion and recommendation References Executive Summary Financial ratios show associations between various factors of the business operations. They entail comparison of income statement and balance sheets elements. These ratios are grouped into four distinct categories; liquidity ratios (Quick…

  • The Role and Impact of the U.S. Dollar on the World Financial Markets

    Financial reports indicate that the U.S. dollar is weakening. Some times the dollar falls sharply against other major currencies like the euro and the Japanese yen. Global growth is dependant on the united states and china (Walayat, 2008).If this is so, it means that instability of the dollar will have adverse effects on world markets.…

  • Application of Some Economic Principles to Real Life Economic Situation

    Table of Contents Introduction The Ten Economic Principles Conclusion Reference Introduction A household, a society, and an economy are all faced with certain decisions. Since human beings form a part of the groupings, they make key resolutions on behalf of the community. The conclusions that I make are important because of the scarcity of resources.…

  • International Monetary System and Its Importance

    Table of Contents Exchange-Rate Systems Balance of Payments Lessons Learnt From the Concept of International Monetary System Conclusion Reference The international monetary system is an international convention. It stipulates the rules that should be applied in international trade. The system also clarifies the means of payment that should be used in international trade. Generally, the…

  • Cryptocurrency and Its Effects on the Global Economy

    Table of Contents Introduction The Challenge to the US Dollar Guarantee of More Entrepreneurial Power Reduction of Reliance on Fiat Money The Use of Cryptocurrency Eliminates Middlemen and Brokers More Growth in Economies Due to Global Investments Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Cryptocurrency refers to a virtual or digital currency protected by cryptoanalysis hence making it…

  • Oligopoly Market Structure and Market Control

    An oligopoly market structure occurs where few large sellers (Pindyck & Rubinfeld, 2001 p. 446) dominate an industry. In the United States, there are few mobile manufacturing firms. The major firms include Nokia, Samsung, Motorola, LG, and Sony Erickson. Due to advancements in information technology, the need and use of mobile phones have increased tremendously.…

  • Changes in Stock Prices and Market Fluctuations

    Outline Introduction Changes in Stock Prices in General Profitability Liquidity Solvency Recommendations Introduction The changes in the stock prices are originally caused by numerous factors and may cause essential changes in the marketing strategies and the approaches towards business activity. The aim of the paper is to analyze the reasons and consequences of the stock…