Essays and Research Papers on Personal Finance

This 3 page paper examines current times in relation to the history of the economy since the 1870s. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 11 page discussion of the history leading up to the Maastricht Treaty and its relation to the European Union. A discussion is presented as to how these developments have impacted Europe in regard to economic and political considerations. What has emerged from the Maastricht Treaty is a stronger and more politically cohesive ...

This 14 page paper provides an overview of the bank's current state of affairs and history. The bank is evaluated with the use of Porter's Five Forces model as well as the use of a PEST analysis. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 7-page paper discusses the history of Lehman Brothers, its relationship to capital markets, and reasons for its collapse. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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 ...

A 6 page paper providing the story of an 80-year-old widow putting the pain of the past behind her and enjoying her present life in an independent living complex. The paper is a narrative financial history that begins in the Great Depression and continues through the great growth of the stock market in the ...

This 10-page paper discusses the history of disclosure and financial reporting, especially among domestic and international corporations. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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.

4 pages in length. While a certain percentage of people would agree that a mercantilist position makes sense in today's world, others would staunchly argue how this antiquated perspective only perpetuates oppressive control over free trade. According to Paul Rich, Titular Professor of International Relations and History, University of the Americas-Puebla, Mexico, and ...

This 10 page paper provides an overview of the Social Security system and the reform debate. Points of view of several economists are duly noted. Political maneuvering is also considered. A brief history of the system is also included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper provides an overview of the depression as well as a comparison to today. The history of the FDIC is included. An Annotated bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines what is necessary to industrialize a country that has, until this point in history, not been industrialized. 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 7 page paper examines the well-known beauty products firm Avon. The paper starts by looking at the history and development of the company and the second part of the paper performs a financial analysis using years 2003 to 2006. The bibliography cites three sources.

This 12 page paper gives an in-depth overview of Islamic banking. The paper looks at the history and development of Islamic banking in recent times, the major characteristics of Islamic banking, gives a description of the different financial products and financial instruments which are utilised, considers the banking regulations, the strategic and competitive issues faced ...

This 7 page paper looks at economic problems and cultural issues in Hawaii. Much history is relayed in this paper that discusses the political problems in the state. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 14 page paper examines Wal-Mart. The paper starts by looking at the history and development of the company before undertaking a financial analysis of the company’s performance over the four years 2004 – 2007, looking at profitability, efficiency and liquidity. The bibliography cites 7 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.

A 3 page paper providing a brief history of the American Red Cross and a general examination of its finances. The organization is highly efficient in terms of using donated funds for the services it provides, but by far its blood business accounts for most of its revenues. Bibliography lists 4 sources. ...

This 8 page paper looks at the commodity of gold, examining the way gold is priced and the market performs. The paper starts with consideration of why gold is different to other commodities, the perceptions of gold, the history of gold pricing including the gold standard and Breton Woods agreement. The current performance of gold ...

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 ...

4 pages in length. Grandiose expectations, dissolving promises and fear make up the reasons why the stock market crashed in 1929, setting the stage for a period in America's history that not only devastated her people but illuminated the utter incompetence of those whose job it was to protect the country's economic standing. ...

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 8-page paper focuses on Southwest Airlines and its policies, history, human resources and finances. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 10 page paper examines US credit card industry in 2010, looking first at the development and history of the industry, in considering the economic and political influences and undertaking a Porters 5 forces analysis of potential future developments will impact on the industry. The bibliography cites 10 sources.