Essays and Research Papers on Economic Theory

This 5 page paper considers the performance of the US economy using numerous indicators during the forty quarter of 2002, the run up to the war in Iraq. The performance also compared with earlier and later periods. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

This 6 page paper uses this politically oriented book on economics as a springboard for discussion. Osterman's ideas are critiqued. No additional sources cited.

A 6 page paper that discusses the relationship between interest rates and new housing starts. Also discussed is whether or not the attacks on September 11 had an effect on new housing starts. In 2001, mortgage interest rates were the lowest they had been in 30 years. This essay reports data in terms of numbers ...

This 4 page paper takes a look at the idea that private property is really a motivator. Ideas of profit, free trade and capitalism are discussed. Theorists mentioned are Marx, Weber and Smith. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 8 page paper discussing the present state of Mexico’s economy as well as likely future directions. Mexico’s economy has experienced wide swings in prosperity during the 1990s, and some of the promise of free trade has diminished in the past several years. Chinese manufacturing presents real threat to Mexico’s manufacturing industries, but ...

A 12 page paper discussing three market indicators. The Consumer Confidence Index and the Purchasing Managers’ Index are two market indicators on which many investment analysts rely. Consumer confidence reflects consumers’ attitudes for the present and short-term future; purchasing managers’ index is a leading indicator of what can be expected from the manufacturing ...

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the theories of Maynard Keynes. The format is based on questions posed by a student and also includes a look at the Manchester school as a comparison. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 20 page paper considers different economic scenarios and the way in which economic theory interacts with the real world. Theories included are both classical and Keynesian, including the control of growth and inflation, the use of taxes and government spending, the role of aggregated demand in economic growth and the determination of employment level. ...

This 3-page paper explains the concepts of implicit and explicit costs and provides examples. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 4 page paper that begins by explaining what monetary policies are and how they are used to stabilize the economy. The writer then discusses what the Federal Reserve Bank is and its importance to the economy of the United States. The writer then reports the current economic state of the nation and the direction ...

This 8 page paper considers what role the state should have in the management f the economy. The paper looks first at the classical school of thought and the desire for minimal state intervention, and then argue that a more Keynesian approach may be more suited to developing economies where a higher level of state ...

This 8 page paper looks at how tax and tax increases may have a negative effect on economic growth. The paper considers both classical and neo-classical economics as well as the Keynesian school of thought. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

In the Keynesian model of economics increasing public spending to the extent of creating a deficit is a way of stimulating an economy. This tool, which has been used successfully is now claimed by some to be a false model and that will not stimulate an economy into growth. The paper assesses this perceptive ...

This 8 page paper provides a detailed analysis of chapters 29-40 of this book about factory management. This paper presents a thorough analysis of the major themes and ideologies presented in this book. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 8 page paper looks at the current economy as well as projections to the year 2013. How businesses should react in the current economy is discussed. Business ethics, globalization, and other related issues are included as well. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at the high unemployment rate and what is means in today's economy. The unemployment rate is discussed historically. The recessions of the early nineties and early 2000's are compared and contrasted. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 26-page paper focuses on microeconomics pertaining ti Palm, Inc. Topics discussed include price taking vs. price making, market structure and elasticity. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing the economic effects of four past presidential administrations. Several of our 20th century presidents have had lasting and significant influence over the current economic structure and position of the country. Four of those are Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton, all of whom this ...

This 3 page paper answers two questions in Q & A format. One question addresses Smith's concept of wealth creation and the other explores his "invisible hand" concept. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page paper answering 4 questions about supply and demand, including price elasticities, price controls and the effects of designation of a product as a necessity. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 9 page paper looks at the EU and its possible expansion East. The paper argues that a two-tier negotiation method is necessary. The two-tier system is explored in depth. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page paper that begins by reporting data about the proportion of persons between the ages of 50 and 70 who have been negatively affected by the downturn in the stock market. The writer then discusses why investors need good financial advisors. The faulty assumptions made by some financial planners and investors is explained. ...

This 13 page paper considers different aspects of risk that will help understanding of risk and reward to an interested party, such as a pension fund trustee. The paper begins with a discussion on risk and reward and the role of risk in an investment, the paper then looks at the role of Arbitrage Pricing ...

This 5-page paper examines pricing strategies and competitive response as they pertain to Starbucks. The paper discusses change in Starbuck's profit without a competitive response if the company should decrease the price, how a competitor is likely to react and then how profit is impacted with a competitive response to a price increase. Bibliography lists ...

This 3 page paper answers questions posed by a student on the economy. Various topics are explored. The paper is written in essay format. Bibliography lists 3 sources.