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Does Wal-Mart's Success Show That The Economy Is Picking Up?
I was recently watching Cavuto on Fox Business Channel, and he had his normal crew of pundits on, and they were talking about how that since Wal-Mart is making more money; we can see that as an indication of the economy turning around. I don't know about you, but, usually when I go to Wal-Mart,...More...
2011 Debt Crisis and the Economic Outlook in Europe
2011 in Germany, France and other euro-zone economy, driven by major countries, GDP growth will be close to 2%, a slight improvement over 2010. Spain does not need outside help currently, even if Spain needed help, the European Union, IMF and the European Central Bank will also aid as soon as possib...More...
The Price of Gold Per Ounce is Going to Go Ballistic - Find Out Why
The price of gold is surging today, closing with the biggest percentage gain in 16 months.On a long-term basis, the price of gold is going to go even higher. Read this article and find out why!...More...
What Is the National Debt?
The United States has a serious debt problem. We currently owe $14 to private organizations and other countries. We have to come up with a way to solve our economic issues....More...
Regulatory Affairs - Riding the Credit Crunch Rollercoaster
In the past companies would outsource to 'plug a gap' reacting to a crisis situation. Thought wasn't given to the added value these experienced personnel could bring to their business and it was rare for a company to consider outsourcing as a strategic move....More...
100 Days in - Obama May Be Relying on the Buick Enclave and These Top Selling Cars For Support
Now that President Obama has been in office for over 100 days, he has already made some unpopular decisions with the stimulus package as well as some recent foreign relation tactics. Most Americans believe 100 days is still a bit too early to judge whether or not he has made a dent in anything, but ...More...
Breaking Russia' s Natural Gas Dominance
While France and the rest of industrialized Europe wages war on pollution, development and exploration, Russa's Gazprom company continues to strangle the region with monopoly-inspired high natural gas prices. As the largest provider of natural gas to Europe this state-owned company can set pric...More...
Seven Tips To Get Ahead in a Global Economy
Getting ahead in the next decade of austerity and limited growth, may become harder for some, but there are seven ways in which could help you thrive and develop a worthwhile career. What are the seven ways you could become a success in the next decade?...More...
Tuition Protests Have Finally Gained Public Awareness, But What Can Students Do in the Meantime?
Student protests in Montreal have intensified, suggesting the debate over accessible education is far from over. However, as it stands now, the best option for students and recent graduates looking for ways to save money is to take advantage of student tax credits....More...
Canada's 2013 Bumper Crop May Not Decrease Food Prices For Consumers
Some Canadian farmers are frustrated that their crops from the Fall 2013 harvest is still in their fields. But are Canadian consumers going to see lower prices of foods as a result, and will farmers still make the profits they want. Time will tell as we look to see how this situation plays out....More...
A Lesson in Import Export Trade For Beginners
Importing and exporting are ways that can improve one's life forever. There is often a situation when a person wants to start a business in this area but can't due to lack of sufficient knowledge and expertise....More...
Lessons on Cultural Led Economic Development Practice 2010
This article explores the role that the cultural sector in the UK could play in the post-recession economy, looking at the role in promoting cultural tourism, stimulating innovation and developing skills. It argues there may now be a stronger role for culture in developing well balanced, competitive...More...
Is China Burning Bridges on Foreign Trade and Investment?
There are several alarming things that China is doing that are both interesting, and indeed, unfortunate, but they show a trend, one that has been getting worse over the last few years. One is the attacking of foreign companies over environmental regulations and then allowing Chinese owned companies...More...
Canadians Still at Parity
This past April 24 weekend, the Canadian dollar slid as inflation and retail sales came in weaker than expected. Economists were surprised as currencies usually strengthen when interest rates increase to attract capital flows....More...
Germany's Explosive Export Growth - Is it Real?
German corporations have helped boost their economy by 2.2% growth in mid-2010. This was hailed as good news in the Eurozone, and may help boost future investment in Germany itself. But are these figures real, and what is the truth behind the "made in Germany" label?...More...
Union Budget 2010 Review
The Union Budget this year has aimed to focus on inclusive growth. The concerns of common man, including Income Tax, have gone hand in hand with appreciable measures for improving investment, infrastructure, and fiscal consolidation. As the country looks to 'quickly revert to high GDP growth pa...More...
Recovery From Recession - Lessons From the Natural World
When Obama talks about hope, opportunity and change, he is right. He is right because it is the natural order of things.When he says "Yes we can" however, he should say "Yes we will" because this too is the natural order of things.Credit isn't bad.It is natural and like all ...More...
Real Estate And Our Economic Future
The market for Chicago real estate will get worse before it will get better.We will, in my opinion, see the housing market slip down even further, this means further decreases in property values, more days on the market, more foreclosures and short sales.Look to 2011 or 2012 for a bottoming out. Not...More...
2009-2010 Inflation (Or Hyperinflation)
I think a lot of things will be much higher in price, including oil, next year or maybe later this year. But don't confuse price with value....More...
Technocracy Wishes to Change the Price System
Some advocates of Technocracy claim as a point of contention in the debate over the current price system, that humans will always want more under conditions of scarcity. Now then in considering this debate, can we say that this is true in the absolute? We know that oil for instance will become more ...More...
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