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The Imclone Stock Scandal, 2004.
Reviews the legal charges of conspiracy, obstruction of justice, lying to investigators, and securities fraud brought against Martha Stewart.
2,972 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper provides background information on the case against Martha Stewart and her involvement in the Imclone stock scandal. The paper looks at the arguments presented by the prosecution, the arguments presented by the defense, the verdict, and then offers some afterthoughts concerning the case.
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"Imclone is a biotech company that produces oncology pharmaceuticals. Imclone?s most famous drug to date has been Erbitux, a compound that is used to fight certain types of cancers. On December 27th, 2001, Martha Stewart sold 3928 chares of Imclone. The problem the prosecution had with transaction was she sold the shares one day before the FDA announced it had rejected Imclone?s application for approval of Erbitux. The days following this announcement sent Imclone?s stock price way down. The fact is that even though Martha Stewart made a profit of $51,000 by selling her shares, she was never actually charged with insider trading."
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Corporate Stock Options, 2007.
An analysis of the impact of stock option scandals on corporate ethics.
3,726 words (approx. 14.9 pages), 17 sources, APA, $ 103.95
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This paper discusses the stock options scandal associated with Enron and discusses its impact on corporate ethics. It looks at some of the effects that are expected to arise from this scandal and discusses the ethical character of management in the business sphere. The paper presents a careful overview of business ethics and offers an opinion on the effectiveness or ineffectiveness of the Sarbanes-Oxley legislation in the United States vis-a-vis this current scandal enveloping many public companies across North America.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Stock Options Scandal
Ethical Positions
Future Ramifications
Conclusions
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"It seems the entire body of corporate America is holding its collective breath to see how the more than 80 investigations currently underway by the SEC are concluded. Such a host of companies are taking pre-emptive action in the stock options scandal by restating and revising earnings statements that it is clear the problem is even far more pervasive than currently thought. Not only companies like Apple and UnitedHealth are under investigation but McAfee and even Barnes and Noble are being examined by the SEC (Should, 2006). Should any of the top executives at these firms be negatively affected, the resulting impact on their company's share price could depress the entire U.S. stock market in a way that Enron never did and certainly bleed over into the Canadian markets."
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Fundamental Stock Analysis vs. Technical Stock Analysis, 1996.
Discusses the elements of two types of stock market analysis, where they are in conflict, & how they can be resolved into a single analytical method.
3,825 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 14 sources, $ 135.95
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"The computerized financial data industry has become a $4 billion business since the first computers showed up on brokers' desks in the 1970s. Today, dozens of online services are available that can overload a hard disk with megabytes of data in a flash, but comprehension or understanding do not come with all that data. Burton G. Malkiel, in his A Random Walk Down Wall Street, explains:
A random walk is one in which future steps or directions cannot be predicted on the basis of past actions. When the term is applied to the stock market, it means that short-run changes in stock prices cannot be predicted. Investment ..."
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Stocks, 2007.
An analysis of stock dividends and stock splits and a comparison of the two.
1,620 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper discusses stocks. It defines stock dividends and gives an example of stock dividends in a fictitious company. It then discusses stock splits and gives an example of a situation involving stock splits. The paper then compares stock dividends to stock splits and it discusses how a company would decide whether it wants to use a stock dividend or a stock split.
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"Stock dividends are normally paid in common shares, and are used instead of a cash dividend to pay the stockholders. Therefore, if the stockholder owned hundred shares of a company that had declared a 1 % stock dividend, then it would mean that the stockholder would receive one more share of stock from the newly formed reserves of the company. A company that wished to tighten its financial belt would choose the option of stock dividends instead of cash dividends, because of the simple fact that this would help to conserve cash, while at the same time allowing its shareholders to benefit from its share holdings and earnings. A stock split, which is nothing but an increase in the company's outstanding common stock, means that the company's market price per share would be adjusted. (Equities: stock splits and dividends)"
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The Iran Contra Scandal, 2006.
This paper discusses the Iran Contra scandal, one of the greatest scandals in recent US government history.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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The Iran Contra scandal is one of the greatest scandals in US government in recent memory. It was certainly the biggest foreign policy scandal during the 1980s. It involved at its heart two secret operations conducted by the executive branch of the United States government. The Reagan administration facilitated the sale of military equipment to Iran an enemy of the United States and considered a nation that sponsored terrorism. With the money from that sale a second operation was funded: Military aid was provided to the contra rebels in Nicaragua, aid that Congress had previously banned. This paper details the events surrounding the Iran-Contra scandal that took place during former President Reagan's term in office. The paper discusses why these actions were so scandalous and what it meant in terms of the US government's abuse of its power and its disregard for the Constitution. The paper contends that the scandal represents a major abuse of the constitutional authority afforded the executive branch of the US government, not to mention an affront to the checks and balances system that is supposed to keep each branch of government from amassing too much power.
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Religion, Sex Scandals and Corruption, 2002.
A look at the role of organized religion in the creation of sex scandals with a focus on the scandal surrounding Bill Clinton.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 115.95
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This paper investigates the impressions that politics are given by religious organizations in respect to sex scandals. This paper demonstrates that the sex scandal itself is actually perceived as a remarkably minor event in the political spectrum, but rather it is the influence of religious organizations that promotes the sex scandal to epic proportions. In order to better explore this topic, the example of former American President Bill Clinton is used. Clinton should be considered the ideal candidate for such an investigation, as his entire presidency was affected by sexual scandals and the outcome of such scandals.
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Growth Stocks, 2007.
A comparison of growth stocks and dividend stocks and their growth.
1,292 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper discusses growth stocks verses dividend stocks and looks at why the market trend is toward investing in dividend stocks. The paper also explains why there has recently been an increase in criticism of growth stocks. Additionally, the paper describes the logic behind the investment in growth stocks and their typical expected growth, as well as provides an explanation of dividend stocks.
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"There is some argument made that the emphasis on growth stocks and growth investing strategies over the last 20 years has been due to the increased emphasis on speculative trading spearheaded by various hedge funds. Hedge funds and similar minded investors seek growth stocks that will increase in value rapidly over the short term with the expectation that they will dump the stock as soon as a cost justification is reached (Murphy). That said, none would argue that a renewed emphasis on dividend stocks would return some much needed stability to the stock markets and allow for wealth creation based on sound business strategies and long-term strategic decisions of the companies being invested in. There will always be companies in the markets that exhibit rapid earnings growth but the emphasis should be on stable expansion rather than on a universal drive to expand earnings across all public companies in order to please investors. This type of mindset is both self-defeating and unsustainable."
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Corporate Bonds and Preferred Stocks, 2006.
A thorough examination of corporate bonds, preferred stocks and common stocks and their advantages and disadvantages.
4,471 words (approx. 17.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
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This paper takes a look at corporate bonds and preferred stocks, defining both types of investments, how they differ and their strengths and weaknesses. The paper examines and explains the many factors that must be considered before one can wisely make a decision regarding an investment in corporate bonds and preferred stocks, but suggests that both bonds and preferred stocks are considered relatively safe investments and provide slow, steady growth for investors. Next, the paper describes common stocks and how they work as an investment as well as the advantages and disadvantages of this type of investment. Finally, the paper takes a look at the accounts receivable and inventory aspects of financial management and explains their importance to both the management process and to investors.
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Common Stocks
Accounts Receivable and Inventory
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"Preferred stocks, a class of a company's equity, are cheaper to buy and more liquid than corporate bonds. Companies issuing preferred stocks often yield 8 percent or more. Preferred stocks are closer in kin to bonds than to common stocks. They pay a fixed dividend, their price tends to stay near their par value and they usually have no voting rights. They are called preferred stocks because they stand in line ahead of common shares when it's time to pay out dividends or liquidate the company. However, preferred stockholders do not get their dividends until the bondholders have been paid. Because of this, preferred stocks are slightly more risky than bonds issued by the same company; the stockholder is paid a little extra for assuming that risk. Large corporations and banks encourage preferred stocks."
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Stocks, 2008.
A review of the stock market's stocks to watch in 2008.
799 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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The paper states that investors are wary about investing in the stock market and relates that a diverse stock profile and range of economic investments is essential, no matter how well or how poorly the market is doing. The paper states that the prescription in creating a personal finance plan is affected by an investor's risk tolerance, age, and general financial and personal profile. The paper highlights four stocks for the man-in-the-street type investor, pursuing a wise, diversified, and long-term strategy, to watch.
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Stocks to Watch in 2008
Tata Motors (NYSE: TTM)
Symantec (NASDAQ: SYMC)
Compton Petroleum (NYSE: CMZ)
SYSCO (NYSE: SYY)
Conclusion
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"Yes, the name is funny. But this Indian company recently unveiled what may be the most exiting and important innovation in motor vehicles since hybrids. Tata has created a small, fuel-efficient $2,500 car that is the first car ever conceived that is likely to be affordable for the vast majority of the residents of the developing world. The populations of China and India are expanding exponentially, and have more disposable income, and wider distances to travel on their commutes. They wish to become car owners and car drivers, and Tata will satisfy this need without breaking their bank accounts."
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Investing in the Stock Market, 2001.
Examines two common investment vehicles and guidelines: Stocks and commodities. The Stock Market, Future Markets, Types of investors, Principles of trading, Risk factors. Table of Contents.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 7 sources, $ 87.95
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Table of Contents
IntroductioN
Stocks
The Stock Market
Types of Investors
Futures Markets
Futures Markets and Risk Aversion
The Reliability of the Risk Aversion Model
Principles of Trading
Trade with the Trend
Cut Losses Short
Let Profits Run
Manage Risk
Conclusion
Bibliography
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The Watergate Scandal, 2006.
This paper argues that the Watergate scandal and other political scandals provided a means for reinforcing American moral values.
2,490 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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This paper explains that the Watergate scandal represented a crisis situation in which the public, the elites and the media, driven by solidarity, collaborated to eliminate an evil so that the social body could continue its normal existence. The author points out that the Watergate scandal proves that society is a moral phenomenon organically driven by the desire to defend the principles of morality because of its awareness of the fundamental importance played by these principles. The paper suggests that political scandal serves as an interruption of the profane everyday living and inserts a sacred dimension. This dimension renews the forces of the society by identifying and eliminating an evil while simultaneously remembering and reinforcing society's basic principles.
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"The American society gives a lot of importance to the moral legitimating of the political regime. It is not only the Watergate scandal that proves it, but also other scandals involving presidents, such as the one involving Bill Clinton. In the case of President Clinton, the most serious mistake that he made was not that he had an affair (even if this too represents an action against the moral principles and reflects an unhealthy attitude towards family). The most serious mistake that both Nixon and Clinton did was to lie to the American people, denying their guilt."
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The Trial of Martha Stewart, 2005.
A discussion regarding Martha Stewart's sale of ImClone Stock and the issue of insider trading.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the trial and charges against Martha Stewart. It further looks at the charge of insider trading and whether or not Stewart was guilty of the crime. Additionally, the paper discusses whether or not the prosecutors had motivations outside of the legal realm to prosecute Stewart, and whether or not they used good judgment in their decisions.
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"The case surrounding Martha Stewart began with her sale of ImClone Stock in the amount of $228,000 on December 27, 2001. The sale of the stock itself was not the issue, however, it was the fact that this sale took place only one day prior to the stock taking a drastic plunge in the market after the company announced that the Food and Drug Administration, (FDA) had no intention of approving their drug for cancer treatments (Hill C10). Sam Waksal, a personal friend of Stewarts, (and ImClone founder) had already pleaded guilty to insider trading charges in 2000 for having urged his family to sell $10 million worth of ImClone stock because of his knowledge of the announcement."
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Employee Stock Options, 2005.
A look at accounting treatment of employee stock options, the benefits and disadvantages of stock options and present legislation of employee stock options.
13,680 words (approx. 54.7 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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This paper discusses the practice of issuing employee stock options as a benefit. The paper goes into detail about how a stock is exercised and what kind of tax benefits result. The paper also details past practices of accounting employee stock options and how these practices have worked. Also included in the paper, is information on present legislation and how that works or doesn't work to better the situation. Furthermore, the paper discusses the controversy brewing over such changes being made and explores the different viewpoints on the matter.
Introduction
Definition
Methods and Models
Controversy of Stock Options
Baseline: Americans with Stock Options
Recent Legislation
Economic Impact
High Tech Industry
The Cisco Company
Why Employees with Stock Options Should Worry About Valuation
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"Within the last ten years a demand for changing how Employee Stock Options (also referred to as ESOs) are accounted for within an organization's financial sheets has been underway. Such a proposal for change has received much commentary from not only the financial community and corporate America but also key members of Congress, union leaders and the public. Such a response results from the uncertainty that such change will benefit businesses and economic growth in this country. It is feared that such change will have the opposite effect and cause America to lose its competitive edge in the global market. Still this has not stopped the fuel of the fire as the Financial Accounting Standards Board (also referred to as FASB) has struggled for an answer to such a dilemma."
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Stock Options, 2004.
This paper discusses stock options, a contract offered by the employer that gives an employee the right to buy or sell a certain number of shares in the company at a specific price within a certain period of time.
955 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 33.95
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This paper explains that stock options have been hailed as a great way to share ownership, attract and retain employees in a tight labor market, and "fuel the entrepreneurial fire?; but, at the same time, they have been condemned as a major cause of the high-profile business scandals during 2000-01 and the subsequent down-turn in the U.S. stock markets.
The author points out that another attraction of stock options from the employees? point of view is that the only capital gains tax is applicable on gains made from stock options. The paper relates the future of stock options does not appear bright because of accounting changes requiring firms to reflect the cost of stock options in their earnings as expenses by 2005.
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What are Stock Options?
History of Stock Options
Advantages of Stock Options
Disadvantages
Future of Stock Options
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"Stock options first began to appear in the US businesses in the 1950s, but at the time they were generally modest in size. The trend of offering stock options (particularly to the top managers) began to take off in the late 1980s and by the turn of the century the typical CEO of financial sector firm was receiving stock options worth $55 million a year?more than 30 times his salary. (Shapiro, 2002). The offer of stock options became more widespread and the NCEO estimated that as of 2001, up to 10 million employees were receiving stock options in the US."
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Stock Options, 2002.
A discussion of stock options and why employees continue to except them in lieu of higher pay.
3,030 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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This paper focuses on the current employment environment and the continue willingness of employees to take stock options in a currently depressed market. A stock option is a promise by the grantor to sell a share of stock at a pre-agreed price. It looks at how the technology sector had been at the forefront of the use of stock options as a means of employee compensation during most of the 90s and how, in the current market, there is still the hope that, sooner or later, the market will eventually rebound. It shows how, by accepting stock options as part of their compensation package, employees are gambling that they would eventually profit, hopefully handsomely, by being able to exercise their stock options sometime in the future.
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Introduction
Stock Options ? An Overview
Why Companies Offer Stock Options
Why Take Stock Options Today?
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"An accounting glitch makes offering stock options especially enticing for company accounts as well. As stated, stock options are benefits granted to company employees with the promise that they can buy a specific number of shares of stock after a certain period of time at a price specified at the time the options are issued. So, if the stock exceeds that price, which was often the case in the 90?s, the employee kept the difference, in other words, made a nice profit. The nice thing for the companies is that at the same time that the employees exercise their stock options, the company can take a tax deduction when the options have been exercised. This allows companies to reduce their taxable income considerably thus trimming corporate tax bills."
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