Essays and Research Papers on Personal Finance

The Asian currency crisis is the focus of this 4 page paper that looks at how businesses are affected in Korea. The beef and agricultural industries as well as Korean banks are two types of businesses that are discussed. Future predictions concerning the economic conditions of the country are included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 10 page research paper comparing the similar tracks of the economies of Indonesia and Thailand over the last thirty years. Thailand's economic future again holds promise for the country and for their people. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page research paper which examines South Korea's phenomenal rise toward economic prosperity. The writer also looks at the current economic crisis in Korea and explores possible reasons behind it. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A comprehensive 60 page research paper in which the writer provides an overview of trade in Asia, considers the application of specific trade models, and demonstrates how governmental structures and increasing technologies can impact trade patterns. Bibliography lists 26 sources.

This 9 page paper discusses different aspects of the Malaysian Multi-Media Super Corridor including what it is and some of the international companies that have made a commitment to be a part of this major project. The Malaysian Prime Minister's vision for Malaysia 2020 is also discussed as this is another component of the MSC. ...

This 46 page thesis addresses the issues surrounding arms in Malaysia. The arms industry in the country, as well as around the world, is examined. Also included in the discussion is the Asian economic crisis as well as other problems which exist in the region. The military in Malaysia is examined particularly in the midst ...

A 6 page paper discussing the currency crisis of several ASEAN nations in terms of Keynesian economic theory. Keynesian economics holds that the central government both can and should intervene in national economic trends to prevent economic crises. Though Malaysia's prime minister has levied accusations of an international consipiracy to undermine the economies of ...

10 pages in length. The Asian economic crisis of 1997 hit hard the people of Thailand. 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 the ...

Sweden's economic problems are discussed in light of the Asian financial crisis in this 5 page paper. Details concerning specific businesses, primarily in the banking and manufacturing industries, are included. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 25 page paper discussing international pricing strategies. Discusses the effects of the euro dollar, exchange rates, emerging markets, barter, and the global marketplace in determining how to establish international pricing for foreign sales. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

When considering pricing strategies the components of cost, competitor considerations, strategic goals, and member usage patterns for all products, not just a single product, must be taken into account. This 3 page paper addresses pricing strategies. There are several strategies for pricing products and services, including functional cost analysis; Cost accounting; a structured approach to ...

This 5 page paper assesses variations in culture and organizational structure in the banking industry of Jordan and considers a number of cultural dimensions that define ways of indicating the impacts for the organizational structure. In particular, this paper considers issues like hiring/firing, allocation of space and personnel development and also relates cultural dimensions to ...

This 5 page research paper evaluates Australia's primary objectives and how it seeks to achieve them through their relations with Indonesia. Specifically discussed are Australia's political stands and how their relationship with Indonesia accomplishes these objectives. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page essay that examines the succession in leadership from Jordan's King Hussein to his son King Abdullah and from Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to new Prime Minister Ehud Barak. Discussed are the positive and negative arguments for peace that face each of these new leaders and the impact this shift in leadership ...

The history of what is known as the 'Middle East" is a complex integration of an extensive Eastern legacy and Western influences. To many in the Western world, the Middle East is a conundrum, due mostly to the different religious perspectives and the tendency to view it only from the Western viewpoint. In truth, the ...

This 22 page paper provides an overview of the response of the United Nations to two major conflicts in the Middle East, the occupation of the West Bank and Gaza by Israel and the Invasion of Kuwait by Sadaam Hussein. This paper relates some of the historical elements around both of these events, but more ...

A 12 page paper that provides and overview of the process of Brazilian privatization now underway and considers the impacts of this governmental process. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

The economy in Brazil and much of Latin America is very near collapse, despite past political and economic gains in the region. The poor performances will result in more poverty and delayed economic growth. The primary responsibility for the economic condition lies with the political structure, however, the private sector has possessed the means ...

An 8 page research paper discussing the impact of foreign debt on Latin America's economic growth and development. The writer discusses Mexico, Brazil, & Argentina, --and -- also focuses on the economies and the social implications arising from the foreign debt in these countries. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 11 page paper focuses on the economic ramifications of South America's woes, with an emphasis on the problems which have surfaced in Brazil. A look at how their economy affects American consumerism is stressed.Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 10 page paper discussing the evaluation of Buenos Aires as an acceptable and profitable site for air pollution control devices. Argentina has no real historical data available and is unsure even of the source of its primary air pollution problems, but automobile use is suspected. No commercial device can reduce that type of air ...

A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the issues relating to economic development in Latin America. This paper suggest that the assumption that the key to progress in Latin American is the lifting of barriers to free market capitalism has considerable problems when applied to Brazil and Peru. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An essay of 4 pages defining and discussing the three economic terms in relation to Latin American countries and their economies. Bibliography lists 3 sources..

A 12 page examination of the black market in Argentina, its relationship to the stability of the economy and currency, and the phenomena of supply and demand. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 10 page paper relating some of the extent of the currency black market. Black market activities in Argentina have been habitual since the 1600s, and in today's economy the black marketers have found that their most logistically sound and most profitable enterprise is that of foreign exchange. Bibliography lists 10 sources.