The world as a Polder

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   09/23/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «Globalization is a two-sided coin. It seems that for every problem it solves, it creates a new one. On the other hand, for many of the problems it creates, it can enable a solution. To call globalization a positive force for the environment because...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Population explosion in Rwanda. Exports to China. The exportation of American values . Dangerous mistakes . China's place in world trade . China before Renaissance . Conclusion....»

A revamping of the Australian economy

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   09/25/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Amidst a national economic crisis, many people seem to overlook the fact that several other countries throughout the world are also having problems with their economy. Among these is Australia, a country most people forget about other than their...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Growth of the Australian GDP. Financial help from England. Swift growth of the Australian economy. Asialink . AustralAsiaCentre. Australia's wealth in natural resources . Economic reforms in the Australian economy. Sydney and Melbourne...»

The world monetary situation: A fresh look

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   09/25/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Peaceful heat of exhausted dog-days fluttered around the Federal Reserve Board building on C Street, Washington, DC. It was noon and time for another monthly open-to-the- public "brown bag" seminar. Experience must have taught the organizers not to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Euro limitations. Selective relativism . Underpinning international trade and finance. The financial dimension. Unregulated financial intermediation. Asymmetry and instability -- the general logic of breakdown. The limitations and...»

Exporting products from United Kingdom to Russian market

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   09/29/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «We are a British company specialized in luxurious umbrellas. Our turnover was of £845,000 in 2007. Nowadays we export our products in all of Western Europe; our biggest customers are France and Italy. Our firm is now a big company and it is carrying...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Export and import control. Export control in United Kingdom. Import control in Russia. Transport. Types of transport. Transport insurance. Incoterms. Cargo insurance . Payment. Conclusion. References....»

Business cycles in France

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   09/29/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «The INSEE released one of the most concerning figures about the French economic environment: the opinion of the households has never been so low since 1987. In fact, tightening credit conditions, higher oil and primary goods prices, and the American...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Domestic environment. Household expectations. Consumer opinion (balance of responses seasonally adjusted). Business expectations. Business tendency: Balances of opinions seasonally adjusted. Other factors. Public policies . Labor and...»

The French energy market

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   09/30/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «On July 2007 started the last step of the opening up of the energy market in France, i.e., of the electricity and gas markets. This process started in 1996 when the European Union decided to open up its market and liberalize it, in order to create...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Before the deregulation: From 1946 to 2002. The creation of EDF-GDF. The role of the state. Why a liberalization of the energy market and how?. Goals of liberalization of the energy market. Stages of the opening of the energy market in...»

Characteristics & performances of exports in India

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   09/30/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «India has registered outstanding growth performances in recent years. Its growth along with that of China has been anticipated to help sustain growth of global economy as economic prospects world over are not bright. Indian economy grew at more than...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary . Introduction. Efforts to integrate with the world economies. Export import (EXIM) policy. Export trends in India. Share of china and india in ASEAN's total imports. GDP growth rate of india vs world average. Goods and services...»

Islamic banking and Muslims

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   10/01/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The development of Islamic banking in Indonesia got its best momentum in Indonesian struggle to recover the national economy from crisis. Islamic banking has been being accepted by many communities -at least as one of the alternatives, in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The forbidden interest. The homo Islamicus. Muslims: Human beings imbued with Islamic values. Muslims and Islamic banking. The impacts of MUI's fatawa on Indonesian Muslims. The optimal choice. Transaction costs. Risk...»

Efficiency analysis of conventional and Islamic banks in Indonesia using data envelopment analysis

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Research papers   |   10/01/2009   |   .doc   |   18 pages
Document abstract : «Islamic banks have been in existence since early 1960s. The first Islamic bank was established in 1963 as a pilot project in the form of rural savings bank in a small town of Egypt, Mit Ghamr. After that, Islamic banking movement came back to life...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Background. Objective and the scope of study. Banking efficiency . Efficiency of Islamic banks using DEA application. The efficiency measurement. Summary of non-parametric approach applied. Understanding the theory of...»

Cash management

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   10/05/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Similar to the absence of water to anything living, the absence of cash to the business means death-slow, torturous, physically painful, and mentally agonizing" (Managing, 2003, p.1). A flourishing business rests on sound cash management techniques...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Cash management record-keeping system. Importance of cash. The financial future of an organization . Importance of credit cards and lines. Factoring . Conclusion. References....»

The role of private equity firms as an alternative investment model in the Middle East and globally

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Research papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   27 pages
Document abstract : «The global economic reality has witnessed a recent international increase in the private equity markets. This fact has brought up many concerns as to whether this will have a positive or negative outcome (Financial Services Authority, 2006). This...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. Private equity: Process and models. Venture capital in private equity. Buyouts. Other models used on an international scale. Due diligence. Islamic finance and private equity. Emerging markets private equity fundraising by...»

Monetary policy

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   10/12/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Monetary policy changes have influence over unemployment, short-term production and in the long-run affect prices and inflation rates. What monetary policy can do to heighten economic performance is a challenge that must be understood by economic...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Manipulation of the US money by Federal Reserve Bank. The impact of energy prices on inflation. Federal Reserve's 'loosening' or 'tightening' the money supply. Monetary policy shocks. Regulating operations of the stock market. Creation...»

Financial ratios: Meaning, calculation and application

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   10/14/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «A financial statement generally refers to the basis statements, which are as follows i) The income statement ii) The balance sheet iii) Statement of retained earnings iv) Statement of charge in financial position in addition to the above two...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Financial statement analysis. Comparative financial statement. Comparative income statement. Comparative balance sheet. Common-size financial statement. Ratio analysis. Classification of ratios. Liquidity ratios. Leverage ratios...»

The credit crunch and its impact on the property market in the UK

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   10/14/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «The report provides an evaluation of the consequences of the credit crunch for property in UK. It demonstrates that the credit crunch is having a comprehensive impact on investment, development and occupational markets and due to effect of credit...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. Background. Methodology. Data collection methods. Data analysis. Evidence. The impact on property markets . Comparison of USA / UK / Europe interest rates. Conclusion. References....»

A study on the slowdown in the US real estates and its impact

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   10/27/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Recession in US has affected the other countries also along with it. US is the leading trader with many countries. Hence if the us economy slows down it would ultimately affect the other countries also. To get in further details it's important to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. A brief history of recession. Definition of recession. Reasons for recession in the US. The case of Lehman Brothers. Slowdown in US housing market and its impact. US housing bubbles. Top 7 countries that invest in the US real e...»

The U.S. economic crisis and possible solutions

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   10/27/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The U.S. economic cycle was due to many factors that had roots for over a decade. Much of what has been seen was due to the high levels of confidence built over the years as a result of healthy and fast growing economy, and to the improper steps...»

Synopsis abstract : «Overview. Factors contributing to the economic crisis. Growth in the housing bubble. Easy credit conditions. Sub-prime and predatory lending. Deregulation. Increased debt burden. Improper financial planning. Improper credit ratings. Shadow banking...»

The strategy of investment and development of the French companies in Poland

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Theses   |   10/27/2009   |   .doc   |   75 pages
Document abstract : «This paper deals with the strategy of investment and development of the French companies in Poland. In a first part, the author discusses the theory of Foreign Direct Investment, more commonly called FDI: its different types and their alternatives,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Description. Introduction. The different entry modes in foreign market. Alternatives to FDI. Greenfield investment. Acquisition. Joint Venture. The strategic motives for FDI. Market seekers. The raw material seekers. The production efficiency...»

Title: Impact of oil price rise on economy: A case study of Europe

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   10/27/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The economies of Western Europe faced teething problems which was further aggravated by the price rise in oil in 1973. Europe, which experienced decline in economic growth throughout 1960s, had barely recovered when the oil price started to rise....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Europe's experience of recession between 1973 and 1979. Statistics before and after the oil crisis. Impact of lower exports. Christopher Allsopp's view. The over-expansionary policies . Conclusion. Bibliograp...»

Globalization: Its impact on economies

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   10/27/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Globalization has made the world smaller. Trade barriers have fallen yet the full effects of globalization are yet to be visible especially in the developing countries. Globalization has also increased the risk appetite which has resulted in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Impact of technological developments. Globalization and risk diversification. Economic globalization . The benefits of economic globalization . The impacts of globalization on developing countries. Argentina currency crisis and...»

The financial expenses of a hotel

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   10/28/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Cash includes Cash on Hand (House Banks), Demand Deposits, and Temporary Cash Investments. Temporary Cash Investments should be of demand nature or have maturities within 90 days at the time of purchase. Cash that is restricted formally for...»

Synopsis abstract : «Current assets. Cash . Short-term investments . Receivables . Trade accounts receivable . Other receivables . Current maturities of long term receivables . Other assets. Goodwill . Cash surrender value of life insurance . Deferred charges. Current...»

A study on the various sources of finance

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   10/28/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : «Finance is the study of how individuals, institutions, and other businesses acquire, spend, and manage money and other financial resources. Finance also can be defined in terms of the macro economy as well as the business firm and individual citizen...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Several reasons to study finance. Different sources of long term funds. Equity share capital. Rights of shareholders. Advantages of equity share financing. Limitations of equity share financing. Preference share capital. Advantages and...»

An overview of important concepts and theories in relation to foreign exchange (forex) rates

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   10/28/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The rate of exchange means the price of one currency in terms of another currency. Different countries have adopted different exchange rate systems at different times like the Gold Bullion, Gold Standard and the Bretton Woods system. The last system...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Meaning of exchange rate. Important terms. Fixed exchange rate system. Intervention. Flexible exchange rate system. Devaluation. Depreciation. Fixed rate to flexible exchange rate system. Gold bullion. The gold standard . Floating rate...»

A study on the credit rating process and methodology

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   10/28/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Credit rating is the process of estimating a firm's ability to perform to its capacity. It also determines the financial worthiness of an organization depending on the performance of the organization in the past. Objectives of credit rating...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Objectives of credit rating agencies. Advantages of credit rating. Credit rating methodology. Bond/debenture rating. Equity rating. Commercial paper rating. Fixed deposits rating. Individuals rating. Mutual fund rating. Rating...»

Selection of salinity plant in some of the pulse crops

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Theses   |   10/28/2009   |   .doc   |   117 pages
Document abstract : «In many densely populated countries the average size of farm holding is becoming small. Further in most of the developing countries agriculture often encounters various biotic and abiotic stress namely diseases, pests, drought, nutritional...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Meaning of stress. Kinds of stress. Breeding salt tolerant varities. Importance of plant tissue culture. Techniques of plant tissue culture. Culture technique. Zygotic embryo culture. Culture of immature embryos. Culture of mature...»

Foreign direct investment (FDI) as an attractive option for companies

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   10/30/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Companies choose to venture into international markets since they want to maximize returns for their shareholders. Entry in foreign markets could prove to be a risky proposition. Foreign direct investment has many benefits. It enables the parent...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Market imperfections. Market internalisation. Coase's view. Buckley and Casson's view. Location specific advantages. Labor costs. Marketing factors. Trade barriers. Government policy. The product life cycle theory. The eclectic...»

Risk management in capital market

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   11/19/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Modern finance theory, as reflected in the capital asset pricing model (APM), and arbitrage pricing theory (APT), regards hedging activities aimed at reducing total corporate risk (measured by the variability of the firm's cash flows) as irrelevant....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Why total risk matters ?. Hedging. Forwards. Futures. Major types of financial future contracts. Futures and hedging. Options....»

Applications of risk management

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   11/19/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Risk is inherent in any walk of life and more so in the capital market transactions. Thus, it becomes fundamental to assume and manage risk. Risk is the measure of the inability to achieve overall programmed objectives within the defined cost and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Types of risk. Strategies for risk management. Derivatives and derivative trading. Forwards. Futures. Options. Swaps. Portfolio and managing portfolio risk. Managing unique risk of portfolio. Hedging market risk. Hedging using...»

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