Essays and Research Papers on International Finance

This 5 page paper looks at the UK currency market and the value of sterling. The different influencing on the currency are considered, the values at July 2007 are given and the writer shows how the influences are seen in the movement of the price of sterling. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

Set in the Caribbean the Cayman Islands are the most economically successful of the Caribbean Islands, known as a tax haven and home to many corporate bodies this is only a part of the Cayman Islands economic development. This 20 page paper examines the development of the Cayman economy and the role of tourism as ...

This 9 page paper looks at the concept of bilateral investment treaties, considers what they are and assesses the way in which they encourage or aid foreign investment. To examine this the paper looks at what will help FDI take place, how it has occurred and uses some historical data to assess the impact. The ...

A paper which looks at the impact that globalisation and the liberalisation of trade has had on the Australian economy in recent years, with specific reference to social inequality. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

The 17 page paper is written in 3 parts answering questions set by the student. The first part considers the costs that are presented in a case study and the way these will vary for a services company compared to an equipment hire business and issues such as why the owners may move to a ...

This 6 page paper examines the potential of international accounting standards considering the advantages and disadvantages of harmonisation and the specific challenges and barriers that exist preventing the US from adopting International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The paper start of a general overview of the implications for harmonisation and then considers the specific difficulties ...

A 7 page paper which examines outsourcing and argues it should not be allowed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the risk faced by all international businesses; exchange rate fluctuation. The paper considers why it occurs and the major influences before identifying different tools that could be used to reduce the risk to the business. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 11 page paper looks at the theoretical link between an increase in money supply and increases in inflation rates. After considering these links information form a range of countries is present to assess the extent of the link over different time periods and the evidence to support the link from countries with hyperinflation. The ...

This 18 page paper is written in 3 parts. The first part looks at the issues that Callum McCarthy, McCarthy, the Chairman of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) argued were necessary for an efficient financial services market to exist. The second part of the part look at the problems and issues in the way any ...

This 20 page paper provides an overview of the different issues that are raised in an increasingly global enviornment. This paper considers the changes that have happened in recent years and reflects on everything from the Asian currency crisis of the 1990s to current environmental issues. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at the trade structure and patterns of the UK, identifying major tends and influential trading partners and the important industries in terms of exports. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

5 pages in length. The writer discusses each component and decides which best represents contemporary Asian Tigers. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the relationship between Vietnam and the IMF and the role the IMF had played in the development of Vietnam. The paper includes consideration of the of the structural adjustment loans and Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at Robert Heilbroner's theory concerning capitalism and how capitalist economies create inequality. The paper considers the specific structures and mechanisms of modern capitalism that create these conditions and discusses real life real life examples to evidence the arguments. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), the central bank of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) and summarizes the membership criteria and requirements and looks at the way in which assets may be used as collateral for borrowing by member banks. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

A 5 page paper examining options for financing another Coke expansion in China. The Coca-Cola company is expanding further into China and seeks to determine the best mix of funding sources. It is recommended here that the company seek full financing through debt incurred within China to optimize its ability to claim the ...

A 3 page reaction paper on the article “Mr. Clean” by Elizabeth MacDonald and Michael Maiello as it appears in Forbes. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper is a comprehensive introduction to derivatives. The paper explains what they are, what give rise to derivative markets, gives examples of derivatives and the way they reduce or transfer risk, what they do with that risk, and the benefits and problems associated with derivatives. The paper includes discussions on ...

This 10 page paper looks at the UK mobile (cellular) telephone market and considers the patterns seen the development of the market using economic theory to explain the patterns seen. The paper includes several graphs to explain the impact that changes in supply and demand had on the industry, the impact on increased demand ...

This 5 page paper compares the operation of the UK and Australian personal income tax system, assessing issues such as fairness, simplicity and efficiency. Both systems are outlines and then compared. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

A 4 page paper exploring the usefulness of the Big Mac Index, how it is used in global financing and how it can be used in managing risks, using the February 2007 edition. Britain's The Economist introduced the Big Mac Index in 1986 as a comparison of the relative value of world currencies from ...

This 5 page paper looks at India and China as a potential destination for a direct foreign investment; it assesses the risks such as politic and exchange rate risk before making a recommendation. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the way in which the development of Belize has been influenced by globalization, both directly and indirectly. The paper focuses on the economic influences looking at the positive and the negative aspects. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines various elements of the Doho Agreement. Bibliography lists 5 sources.