Economics papers

This paper discusses and analyzes why some firms will reduce working hours before making staff redundant and increase overtime just before hiring new staff.

This paper analyses the practice of some firms to pay a wage above the market clearing wage level called the efficiency wage.

Examines the factors within a macroeconomic environment that can affect a firm's profitability.

An analysis of TQM (total quality management) and other quality tools.

An analysis of macroeconomic factors that affect a firm's ability to maximise profits.

A discussion of the problem and significance of state debt affordability, an analysis of the leading methods to measuring and controlling debt affordability at the state level, and recommendations to state debt managers.

A historical analysis of the valuation of the U.S. dollar.

An extensive analysis of the workings of the Federal Reserve Bank.

An analysis of the future of small businesses in Japan.

An overview of the changes in China's political economy from the 1978 reforms of Deng Xiaping.

A paper looking at possible solutions to world poverty.

A brief overview of various terms relevant to the economy and banking.

An analysis of the problems caused to the economy by high fuel costs.

Addresses the changes that the Omani economy underwent within a 25-year period and the challenges, such as oil depletion, insufficient work force and un-diversified economy that the country is currently facing.

A paper on the Australian monetary policy devised by the Reserve Bank of Australia.

A paper detailing the author's personal investment strategy.

This paper presents arguments for and against the conclusion that world globalization is inevitable.

A report on the African nation of Nigeria, its history and economy.

A look at the benefits of the consolidation of less-than-container load transport lots.

A paper on the organizational change and modification taking place in the energy industry in Europe.

A discussion of the open market operations method of dealing with the U.S. economy.

This paper shows the downfalls to outsourcing in economic terms by examining the Total Cost of Outsourcing (TCO).

A discussion on economic crime, its definition, how it has changed over time and how it presents a special challenge to law enforcement.

Provides a discussion of the current situation in Kosovo, regarding the political, social, economic and human rights issues in the area, as well as the European Union and United Nations' policies and actions to address these issues.

A look at the potential effect Islam can have have on globalization.

A study of domestic factors constraining development in developing countries.

This paper uses the theory of demand elasticity to analyze the effect of the increasing price of gasoline.

Examines the effectiveness of an Asian coalition and how much it serves the interest of the region compared to the self-interests of the United States.

A look at the relief, recovery and reform efforts put forth by President Roosevelt and his cabinet under the "New Deal".

A thorough look at the effects of financial globalization on developing countries.

A dissertation about the impact that outsourcing has on the American labor market.

An in-depth look at the reasons behind the development of the Boeing 777.

This paper puts the Taiping Rebellion into a global context and elaborates on how the global economics manifested into a local setting. This paper touches on the idea of "context mixed with vision" and explains how the Taiping Rebellion started.

A discussion of Burton G Malkiel's classic investor's guide "A Random Walk Down Wall Street".

This paper explores the history of money and defines the concept of money as it has played a role in cultures worldwide.

An overview of the impact that the European Union has had on Ireland.

This paper reviews the U.S. economy during the past decade.

A review and summary of this book by Martin Wolf.

This paper argues that globalization has resulted in a dilution of democracy.

This paper discusses the problems of measuring income disparity especially in the developing world.

A look at factors which influence homelessness in the United States.

An examination about whether social inequality contributes to poor health.

A look at how insurance companies need to take the risk factor of volatile interest rates into account.

An investigation into how China's economic and foreign policies have contributed to its success over the past decades.

A look at some of the economic challenges being faced by Canada.

A review of the article "Factory Size, Economies of Scale and the Great Merger Wave of 1898-1902" by Patrick Anthony O' Brien.

A look at reasons why people are generally against paying taxes.

A research proposal analyzing China's Taiwan policy and how it can affect China's future role in world affairs.

Research paper concerning the processes involved in manufacturing site selection.

A look at the numerous negative effects created by the outsourcing of union jobs.

A look at the restructuring and rescue efforts used for the Continental Illinois National Bank and Trust Company.

A look at the elements of modern decision-making and how change has influenced this practice over time.

A look at some of the obstacles hindering the economic development of many nations.

A look at how the Euphrates River impacted the economy around it.

An overview of the U.S. economy during the year 2004.

A literature review of the effectiveness of foreign aid in promoting economic development in the developing world.

A look at the impact of the WTO on the world economy.

Critique of two articles on world poverty "The Singer Solution to World Poverty" by Peter Singer and "Live Free and Starve" by Chitra Divakaruni.

A brief paper about globalization and its effect on society.

A paper on the risks associated with outsourcing UK software.

A look at the effects of globalization on modern business.

A discussion of portfolio risk management techniques used by risk managers.

Discusses the statement: "European integration only proceeds if and as far as it is in the interest of member state governments".

This paper reviews the history and current status of globalization.

A brief discussion of the imports and exports which are the backbone of the South African economy.

A brief definition of hard and soft currencies.

An extensive analysis of the impact of international migration on the U.K. economy.

This paper discusses changing the U.S. tax system to a flat tax system.

Examination of whether the Bretton Woods system helps or hinders the philosophy of globalization.

This paper examines the controversial question: Is Wal-Mart's everyday low pricing policy detrimental to the economy?

An analysis of the importance of sales forecasting of off-highway construction plants.

This paper discusses the elderly social security portion of the Social Security System (SSA) in the United States from 1985 to present.

Compares and contrasts the characteristics of a growing and a mature product market.

An examination of the move from traditional banking to industrial banking.

An analysis of the cultural and financial aspects of Wall Street.

Examines whether developing countries should fear multinational enterprises (MNEs).

Questions whether the theory of 'late industrialization' explains the origins of critical institutional differences between the major economies.

Discusses why the activities of the World Bank and IMF are so controversial.

An analysis of financial risk management, with a focus on international markets.

A look at factors affecting the exchange rate of a country adopting a floating exchange rate regime.

A look at the U.S. economy since WWII and how it favors the wealthy.

Compares Russia and China's economic reform in the 1990's.

An extensive analysis on the merger and acquisition phenomenon in the financial services industry.

This paper discusses the history and economic position of the U.S. dollar.

Examines the correlation between predatory lending of sub-prime loans and foreclosure and their prominence in minority communities and low-income neighborhoods.

An overview of the economical impact of the crisis in Medicare.

This paper discusses Reaganomics, associated with the supply-oriented economic theorem, which formed the basis of the economic policies of Reagan.

An analysis of globalization through a discussion of John Ralston Saul's article, "The End of Globalism".

A paper on tobacco and its influence on the American economy.

This paper argues the pros and cons of international trade and concludes in favor of this trade.

An in-depth look at the impact of foreign direct investment on the development of an emerging economy, focusing on China.

An analysis of the price increments of oil and gas and the effect it has on the U.S. economy.

An analysis of the importance of financial planning for retirement.

A discussion on the concept of globalization versus westernization and its influence on Middle Eastern culture.

An analysis of the marketing differences in Canada, Hungary and Rwanda.

Describes the negative effects of globalization in all parts of the world, developed and developing nations alike.

An examination of the effects caused to the stock market following 9/11 and the assassination of John F. Kennedy.

An analysis of the diplomatic and trade relations between the United States and Cuba.

A look at the various types of banks participating in the U.S. payment system.