Essays and Research Papers on Personal Finance

An 11 page research paper which examines the book Pop Internationalism by Paul Krugman and compares Krugman's ideas with others on the topic of globalization. Krugman offers a totally different perspective then the one that is routinely offered in the Sunday supplement of the local newspaper. According to Krugman, the current notion that nations are ...

A 5 page paper that discusses the traditional elements required to gain nation status and examines the factors that determine a nation's success or failure in today's changing world. Included is a discussion of a world globalization policy that allows for outside interference in matters of humanity and the mixed international response to this policy. ...

A 5 page essay discussing different aspects of the world economy, in general, and the U.S. economy, in particular. The asset-price inflation bubble is discussed with examples of the two primary dangers associated with it. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the growth of transnational corporations in the last twenty years and some of the problems they have caused. The focus on the paper, however, is on the benefits and contributions transnational corporations make to the host nation. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page essay discusses economic theories of trade in terms of comparative advantages and other fundamental determinants of trade. Bibliography lists one source.

A 17 page research paper examining the stabilization policies of Poland since the fall of communism in 1989. The measures that Poles imposed on themselves were so severe that they were collectively termed 'shock therapy.' Inflation rates of nearly 600% combined with an unemployment rate that peaked at nearly 15%, combined with the abrupt end ...

A 10 page overview of the French economy ala 1997-1998 and relationship to U.S. investment. The writer explores the sociocultural, political and economic trends in France, and ties this incidentally to the potential for investment in chain hotels in France. The writer concludes that because of the background provided, that chain investment in France is ...

An 8 page research paper describing the economic situation of the Pacific Rim countries. The writer attempts to explore the effects of war, environment, and politics on the industrial development of these countries. Also covered is the influence of China on industrialization and the role that Western nations play in the ultimate success or failure ...

10 pages in length. The United States Pacific Rim region provides an incredible amount of food for the rest of the country, as well as the rest of the world. Its inherent diversity of products serves as its primary appeal, while it climate, environment and culture play essential roles in cultivating that diversity. All the ...

This 6 page research paper examines the changes in China and Russia since the ideological and political collapse of Communism. Specifically considered are the present and the future of the two countries, with the assertion that China is headed for 'superpower' status while Russia is in decline. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the state-society changes which have occurred in China as a result of the major reformation of economic policy begun by Deng Xiaoping and which have continued after his death. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of President Clinton's speeches during September of 1998 concerning economic issues. Some background information and follow up is included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

10 pages in length. The UN says that 'trade has the potential to contribute to the highest possible level of global sustainable development, but only if social and environmental aspects are considered along with economic benefits. Attention has thus increasingly turned to the significant impacts of trade on the environment.' Korea has the distinction of ...

A 15 page research paper that examines the regime of Pakistan's prime minister, Nawaz Sharif, who recently instituted a fundamentalist Islamic regime in that country. The writer demonstrates that Sharif's real intentions are not religious, but political in their origin and that his policy are in direct opposition to the teachings of Islam. Bibliography lists ...

A 13 page overview of the importance of economic diversification in the Persian Gulf States. Stresses that a move away from an oil-based economy is critical if these countries are to survive. Provides suggestions for alternative economic activities including recycling of natural resources (particularly oil), foreign investments, tourism and technology based innovations. Bibliography lists 12 ...

This 8 page paper assumes that the United States should intervene and help to bail out Asia monetarily. Both sides of the issue are explored. Economic and foreign policy considerations are equally a part of the argument. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 8 page essay explores the question: are there more anomalies or regularities in the market ? The writer takes the position that there are more regularities and discusses different option pricing models as well as logic to support the assertion. The use of the same formulas for decades is another supporting piece of evidence ...

An 8 page research paper dealing with the economic strifes of Thailand. The writer details Thailand's economic position, and gives some insight into what has happened, what is happening, and what is planned to happen in Thailand. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 9 page report discusses the impact the financial crisis in Asia is having on its neighboring nations and how that has affected international relations. Also discussed is the IMF's role in policy changes and the impact of those changes. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 15 page overview of the factors contributing to the Asian Economic Crisis. Compares and contrasts several of the economic policies of the Asian countries and provides a particular emphasis on Indonesia and Malaysia. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 7 page research paper on the root cause of the Asian crisis. The writer argues that the cause was related to the Asian concept of 'amae,' or fraternity, a concept identified in the US S&L scandal in the 1980s. The writer argues that current econometrics, except for those proposed by institutionalists, do not consider ...

A 10 page paper that provides a comprehensive overview of the background and current economic conditions in Asian and reflects on the impacts for trade, import/export problems as a result of the currency crisis. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

10 pages in length. The Asian economic crisis of 1997 hit hard the people of South Korea. Fingers point to bad financial investments by politically skewed businessmen as the culprit of what literally crippled several Asian countries, nearly driving them into bankruptcy. The writer touches upon the initial causes, effects and ultimate future outcome for ...

A 9 page paper discussing the causes and effects of the financial crisis in Indonesia. The means by which the financial crisis in Indonesia and neighboring Asian nations can have an impact on the rest of the world are also briefly discussed, Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 8 page paper addresses issues surrounding the Asian financial crisis. The economies and political situations of Taiwan and Indonesia are compared. Bibliography lists 7 sources.