Essays and Research Papers on Personal Finance

This 8 page paper examines the performance of Alcoa Inc. the global integrated aluminium company. The paper looks first at the background of the company and then conducts a ratio analysis of financial years 1998 – 2002, the latest year is compared to industry averages. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

6 pages in length. Human beings are said to be the most intelligent species in the entire animal kingdom, mainly due to the fact that they can reason, think critically and apply that ability to rational decision making. That the accounting field is one which necessitates complete cognition in order to be achieved ...

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.

This 20-page paper focuses on Chinese and Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP), their differences and possibilities for convergence. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 3 page paper compares income, property and sales tax for the states of Georgia and Louisiana. The paper uses an example of a single person with a salary of $50,000 and property worth $125,000 to perform example calculations to illustrate the comparison. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This four page paper offers answers to some accounting questions regarding fictitious company Peoria Implements. Discussions include cost drivers, high-low methods and visual fit methods of accounting. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 19 page paper considers the way in which asset impairment is accounted for. The paper looks at the introduction of SFAS 142 and SFAS 144, comparing them to the previous model and to the standards set out for international standards under IAS 36. The paper goes into detail of the requirements of the US ...

This 8 page paper tutors the student on how to answer set questions regarding balance sheet and income statement formation and calculations. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

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 examines the mandatory 48 hour work week. Should the EU shorten the work week? Both sides of the issue are discussed. Many arguments are made for each side. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 11 page paper consider the idea that cost-based pricing procedures are only really applicable with commodities. The paper looks at this from a marketing perspective and after defining and demonstrating an example of cost pricing the paper considers the models that are then used to test for a potential market and measure the sales ...

A 14 page paper which examines whether poverty is increasing due to globalization. Bibliography lists 21 sources.

This 3 page paper thoughtfully looks at the cases for and against the embrace of the euro by Britain. The situation is discussed several years after the advent of the new currency. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at the EU and its possible expansion East. The paper argues that a two-tier negotiation method is necessary. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at the mandatory 48 hour work week. Should the EU shorten the work week? Both sides of the issue are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper provides a historical overview of the steel industry in the United States. The build up through 1969 and decline from 1970 is discussed in depth. Projections for the future are made. Bibliography lists 4 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.

This 9 page paper thoughtfully looks at the cases for and against the embrace of the euro by Britain. The situation is discussed several years after the advent of the new currency. Both economic and political reasons are considered. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 4-page paper examines the fictitious company of Trebor Pharmaceuticals. The paper discusses discounted cash flow and the impact of equipment upgrades on such cash flow. Bibliography lists 3 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 8 page paper offers a sample benefits package for management and non-management employees. The writer also comments on the reasons for providing the benefit and why there is a difference in certain benefits between management/executive and non-management employees. Benefits included are health, dental, vision, paid days off, including maternity leave, family leave, new father ...

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.