Essays and Research Papers on Misc. Economic Issues

This 8 page paper takes a look at possible ways to expand a church. A hypothetical example is provided. Ways to improve donations and tithes are explored and a look at other ideas, such as financing projects, are also discussed. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the integral connection between population growth, the corresponding demand for agricultural products, and the consequent environmental impacts. Numerous examples are provided including the large-scale sugar industry in the Florida Everglades and the small-scale slash and burn agriculture of smaller countries like Brazil. Bibliography lists 6 sources. PPenvGlb.rtf

This position paper examines why the U.S. "Aid to Dependent Corporations," also known as "wealthfare" is a bad idea. Included in the paper are the forms that the aid takes, and how U.S. taxpayers are forced to foot the bill for funding wealthy corporations and individuals. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

15 pages in length. Analyzes at length the trends in the United States textile industry in regards to the supply, demand and global context of the industry. There are many places that manufacture textiles other than the United States, and some are of very good quality; however, in relation to consumer income in ...

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the gross income tax in the state of New Jersey. Where it comes from, what it is used for and income distribution are some things discussed. The overall economy is discussed as well, particularly as it impacts the state of New Jersey. Bibliography lists 6 ...

This 50 page paper considers the use and value of gold as an investment. This in-depth paper puts forward the hypothesis that gold has a different role to play compared with other investments and due to the nature and longevity of the commodity, as well as the psychological association and international acceptance, gold is an ...

This 13 page paper dicusses the Banana Trade War and its impact on the Caribbean's banana trade security. This paper focuses on the events leading up to the decision by the European Union to open up trade to all suppliers. Bibliography lists 16 sources.

A 6 page paper which examines many of the conditions which lead to homelessness and those conditions which involve the homeless. The paper discusses socioeconomic concerns, physical and psychological health issues, and environmental issues. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 10 page report discusses “Generation Y” or the “echo boom” (those born between 1975 and 1994) and their spending habits in terms of their relationship to the American landscape, in general, and the Colorado landscape, in specific. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses three of the concepts Hazlitt puts forth in his classic Economics in One Lesson: the Broken Window fallacy; Blessings of Destruction and Public Works Promotes Taxes. The Blessings of Destruction is an extension of the Broken Windows fallacy. Hazlitt's general theme is that people fail to look beyond the immediate ...

This 17 page paper looks at the way in which cities have evolved and income segregation has occurred. The writer argues that this is a side effect of capitalism with the appearance of internal migration and the negative cycle of low income levels leading to low educational standards as a result of less to invest ...

This 10-page paper discusses investment opportunities and instruments including stocks, bonds, mutual funds and real estate. Geared toward the "casual" investor, the essay discusses what the investments are, as well as their benefits and risks to the investor. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 10 page paper. Many believe that globalization is irreversible, that nothing can stop it. History has taught us otherwise. Today's global marketplace and society is not the first time globalization existed in the world. The last time was during the 19th century but it ended with the advent of World War I. The writer ...

5 pages. This forward-looking paper gives students an idea of what they can look forward to in the career of economics; those who have chosen to major in economics have many different routes they can take for their career lives, and this major is fast becoming one of the most important ones for the ...

This 5-page paper touches on two economic factors --Economic Value Add and Market Value Add -- and determines how they fit into an accounting format. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5-page paper compares the 2001 financial statements of pharmaceutical giants Merck & Co., Inc. and Pfizer, Inc. The essay features an analysis of various financial factors (such as price-earnings ratio, net sales and debt-equity ratio) and explains financial performance through the companies' 2001 activities. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7-page paper provides a financial analysis of Household Finance, Corp. a subsidiary of Household International. The essay touches on the background of the corporation, analyzes its performance and provides recommendations for investment. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 8 page paper provides an overview of health care and its costs. How supply and demand enters into the picture is the focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses what a monetary policy is and its goals for the nation's economy. This leads to a discussion of the Federal Reserve Bank of the United States, which is the organization that administers the country's monetary policy. The instruments the Federal Reserve Bank at its disposal to achieve the goals ...

This 5 page paper looks at the various states in the U.S.A. and discusses which arrangements are best. While less taxation is deemed most popular, state choices will largely depend upon personal needs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

7 pages. Ethical decision-making goes hand in hand with sound business judgment, yet this is not a concept always followed. The very purpose behind ethical behavior has some people stumped as to its true intention; while some believe it instills the foundation of good business, others contend that it brings out nothing ...

10 pages in length. To invest or not to invest: that is the never-ending question when dealing with junk bonds. The lure of high-interest investments can cloud some people's realization of just how risky this type of bond truly is; choosing a junk bond for no other reason than its potential return is ...

This 7 page paper examines the issue of income segregation in two of America's biggest cities. This paper examines the history of such segregation as well as the various responses by various groups. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 7 page paper written as a speech urging local consumers to shop at small local businesses rather than automatically heading to Wal-Mart or another large chain. There is no question that the presence of Wal-Mart changes the local shopping choices that now exist. That change does not have to be negative, however. ...

This 16 page paper examines a case study provided by a student looking at the potential return on a property investment and how the return may be calculated uses periodic return measures as well as multi-period measures such as Net Present t Vale (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR). The writer demonstrates how to ...