Top Articles
#1 in Business Subscribe Email Print

You are here: Home > News and Society > Economics

News and Society


Economics

Feedback - When Nature Gets Even

Finally you could escape for two weeks. You needed this, after month of hard work. And than you want only one thing -- sun & beach. The moment you arrive at your holiday resort and you prepare for a dive in the see ...


The Case for Bio Fuel Tax Incentives in the Market Place for Distributors

We have all heard of the tax incentives given to ethanol growers in the Midwest of the United States. Some have even called this corporate welfare although it seems to be presently money well spent in that it is helping us break our addiction to Middle Eastern foreign oil. It is also helping farmers and corporate farmers in the Midwest who have seen a tough time due to droughts and world market price changes.


An Introduction To Certification

Consumers have so many choices to choose from. As the world becomes even more borderless, various goods and services find their way into new and foreign markets. Keeping a tab on these imports is a top priority among governments that enforce quality on goods and services that their people consume. There are also safety factors that need to be considered, as safety standards vary by country. For most countries, monitoring comes in the way of certificates.


Is the WTO Really Failing

Some say that the World Trade Organization or WTO is failing? Is it really failing for everyone? It certainly is not failing for China, India and other exporting countries with lots of cheap labor. We see many nations with extremely high growth rates up near 10% per year and that is significant indeed.


Third World to First World in 4.5 Seconds; Not So Fast!

It takes a lot to go from Third World to First World and it seems that many countries are forced to do it much faster than they are either ready for or can handle. It takes many things to upgrade a civilization and it also takes a couple of generations.


Most of My Peers Are Wrong About Investing in China

Bush is wrong, others are wrong; only our greed brings us to China's economic door.


China Playing Games Now With Foreign Investments

China is increasing its rules and regulations on business and industry. This is unfortunate because it also puts tighter restrictions on foreign investment. It is the; Last One and Is a Rotten Egg Syndrome. It is interesting that many folks support their investment dollars into China and now also wish to close it off.


Why Alberta, Canada, Why Now?

Can you get excited about knowing the best place to invest in? Do you see the value of turning your real estate dreams into reality? Do you see the benefit of reading this article? Can you see the merit in taking action after you have this information? This article will give you insights into why Alberta, Canada is the place to invest in today and in the future. Information compiled by Real Estate Investment Network.


Natural Gas Prices

The value chain of the gas industry consists of oil and gas exploration, drilling, gas processing, transmission and distribution, and the final end users such as residences and industries. After three years of stable residential gas expenditures, the forecast for this year indicates a rise of 40 percent.


China Sees Remarkable Improvement of Industrial Output

A recent statistics report showed that the industrial output of China had significantly improved last July compared to the same period last year. The National Bureau of Statistics declared that the nation's industrial output had increased up to 16.7% during the previous month. Although the development was lower compared to June's 19.5% growth per annum, many economic experts have still forecast a significant rise of the economy over the succeeding months.....


Minimum Wage Law Only Increases the Gap Between the Haves and the Have Nots

By raising the minimum wage to $7.25 proponents believe that the working poor will reap greater economic benefit. Yet, these individuals fail to understand the simple difference between having something and not having something.


US Unemployment Rates Down in August

Housing prices have leveled in the majority of the US and the Fed, worried about an economic slowdown, leaves rates unchanged. These are legitimate red flags for us business owners to be concerned about the expectations of the economy and the future of our businesses. Should we hire or should we minimize some of our resources to prepare our companies for a near future economic slip?


Kansas City Smart Port and Future Technologies Considered

Will the Intercontinental Toll Way from Mexico to Canada passing thru Texas, Kansas City and then Northward help economic trade with our nearest neighbors? Well that is the plan and it will further strength our position in International Trade and cement the future of an American version of the EU, call it the NAU or North American Union.


Dr. Ian Bremmer Speaks to the Chicago Council on Global Affairs at the Chicago Club

Dr. Ian Bremmer address the Chicago Council on Global Affairs speaking on the rise and fall of govenments. Dr. Bremmer highlights points in his new book on current global economic political issues world wide that effect the making and breaking of governments.


Lower Fuel Prices Mean a Stronger Christmas Retail Season

As the Hurricanes blow and spin off into the Middle of the Atlantic Ocean the Oil Crude commodity traders are believing that the 2006 Atlantic Tropical Hurricane Season will not cause Supply and Demand Issues and spike the price of crude.


1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 43 | 44 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 48 |