Essays and Research Papers on International Economics

This 7 page paper investigates stock market indices such as the Dow Jones and the way history is littered with instances of volatility in the capital markets. The author discusses what impact economic change has on the capital markets with reference to Bull and Bears, and considers whether they continue to provide good investment ...

The 6 page paper discusses the euro, its history and ties to the EMU the market and which the euro FX trades, and how the euro fares against other currencies -- namely the dollar. Also included is a discussion of what the future of the euro will be. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses this book by Robert Freeman Smith, which is an exploration into the history of relations between the United States and the Caribbean. This paper specifically deals with the first three chapters of the book, while also detailing the purpose of the entire book. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of ASEAN economies. A history and future speculation are rendered. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 16 page paper which discuses the history of the use of Economic Sanctions, the various forms of sanctions and how they are used. The bibliography has 18 sources.

This 55-page paper discusses China's stock markets and their effectiveness. Topics discussed include stock market movement theories, history of the Chinese stock market, the problems faced by the Chinese stock market, possible recommendations and the purpose of stock markets. Bibliography lists 30 sources.

This 9 page paper examines the way in which agencies such as Standard and Poor and Moodys determine sovereign credit ratings. The paper looks at the different factors such as GDP growth, payment history, debt levels etc. and how they may influence the rating along with the impact of a rating change. The bibliography cites ...

This 12-page paper compares and contrasts two regional forces -- the European Union and the Association of South East Asian Nations. The essay describes the regionalism of these structures and touches on the history of these two organizations, as well as their impact on world trade and globalization. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This paper examines the Japanese Employment System that was formed in the aftermath of World War II and its impact on the current Japanese economy. The essay examines the history of this system and how it is changing in response to the current recession in Japan. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 3 page paper provides a brief overview of accounting dilemmas in the shipping sectors. Some history of accounting practices is provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4-page paper compares economic statistics between the four nations, then discusses which has the most healthy economy.

This 12 page paper examines the Euro; the single European Currency and is written in two parts. The first part will consider the criteria and the way it has or ha s not been met by different countries both before and after convergence and the adoption of the single currency. The paper will then consider ...

A 5 page economic research paper that argues that the EMU may experience some instability at its introduction, but in the long run, it is a necessary component of globally expanding economies. The writer explores the issue in terms of both advanced and fragile/emerging economies, and in terms of currency convertibility. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper answers four questions asked by the student when considering the way Toyota has run its operations in Europe as a result of the UK’s failure to join the single currency; the Euro. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 25 page paper outlines the competition that has resulted from the creation of the European Union and the monetary union under the Euro. This paper considers the issue of trademark abuse as it influences the competition of the EU. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

This 10 page paper considers the impact that the implementation of the single European countries has had on the economies of the participating countries and how it has effected the role of monetary policy as an economic tool. The writer also considers the role of the European Central Bank (ECB). The bibliography cites 8 sources. ...

This 66 page paper examines the issues influencing the British and Swedish decision regarding potential membership to the European single currency. The decision to join the Euro is not only economic, in addition to the many advantages brought by a reduction in barriers, such as the elimination of transaction costs and exchange rate risk and ...

This 5 page paper considers how one of the economic successes of a single Europe; Ireland, has also become the first to be reprimanded for an inappropriate and potentially inflationary fiscal policy. The paper considers the background to the issue and how this can be seen to evolve with the ECB policies and the interaction ...

A 6 page paper which examines the trade barriers in Europe as they involve the industry of textiles and clothing. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 7 page paper discussing the advantages and disadvantages of membership in the European Union for these two countries, emphasizing the first few months of euro trading. Luxembourg never has been large enough either in size or wealth to be considered as a 'power' of Europe, but like the businessman who finds a niche ...

This 10 page paper considers the impacts that an increasing EU is having on the industries and on businesses within the area. The paper looks first and industries and then at some companies before using theory to assess the impacts that may be seen in the future. The bibliography cites 17 sources.

European Monetary Union (EMU) depends on the success fo the European Central Bank (ECB) to manage the economy of Europe. The ECB is based on the Model of the German Bundesbank that as able to successfully manage the German economy in the second half of the twentieth century, avoiding or reducing many of the ...

An 8 page paper discussing the introduction of the common European currency, the 'euro,' and its implications for the nation of France. Issues examined include the reasons for France's support of the euro and a common currency, as well as the political ramifications the entire issue has brought about between European nations. Bibliography lists ...

This 7 page paper assesses the effectiveness of the Structural Funds in combating the problem of social and regional disparities within the European Union, looking at the way they are used, the underlying theory and the results have already achieved. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

This 9 page report discusses a number of the issues being dealt with by the leaders of the European Union. With an admittedly shared but still distinct history, the nations of Europe have faced and will continue to face a significant number of obstacles blocking the utopian state that some imagine as the future of Europe. New regulatory frameworks, the creation ...