Essays and Research Papers on Personal Finance

5 pages. This paper looks at whether or not professional advisors should be held liable in order to compensate those who have suffered financial loss as a result of their negligent advice. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper considers this company and why the company underwent restructuring, when it occurred, why it was needed and the fincial results in the years flowing the restructuring. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

A 10 page paper discussing the current state of depository institutions and their likely future. Changes in the economy have affected the entire industry, and those changes are expected to be long-lasting and systemic. The industry may not be expected to grow at all, but it can be expected to become far more ...

10 pages. This paper will explain the use of capital budgeting in the real world by explaining how companies actually use the theories that are studied in a text. Using actual companies examples will be shown of the use of capital budgeting in different circumstances. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

14 pages. The stagflation of the 1970s refers to the high unemployment and high inflation rates that the United States went through during the latter part of the 1970's and the early part of the 1980's. This paper explains some of the reasons behind these troubling times and some of the possible reasons ...

This 8 page paper considers the history of AOL, the performance of the company prior and post merger, the strengths weaknesses opportunities and threats as well as the competitive position and overall trading and strategy trends in the company. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 10 page paper considers the position of this by looking at the background and fincial situation of the company compared to the industry as a whole and then calculating different capital costs, finishing with the WACC. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the way in which the Swiss Franc has performed during 2001 and 2002, looking at it in relation to inflation, interest rates, economic performance of the country as well as political stability and the reputation of the central bank. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 11 page paper looks at Marks and Spencer's and consider the company in terms if intentional operations. The writer first looks at the history of the company that has led to the current position, why the company choose to develop internationally and then the role that the international retail division plays and the income ...

This 19 page paper evaluates the eurosystem with a focus on monetary policy. The new euro has caused some worry and this paper addresses a variety of issues from concern over transparency to the realization that the euro has not fared as well as expected. An overview of the Eurosystem is provided along with ...

This 5 page paper discusses dividend policy and how it pertains to value of the firm. The thesis is that dividend policy has no impact on firm valuation, and this paper supports the theory. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This paper discusses economics in terms of price theory, the idea that price drives the market, rather than supply or demand. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This paper examines two stock on the NASDAQ exchange and compares their financials. The paper also summarizes industry conditions and how well these stock are likely to perform in the future. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper examines the impact that e-commerce has on the global economy, and examines the future of doing business electronically. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This essay examines the debate over International Accounting Standards and if/why it is necessary. The paper takes the position that IAS is necessary, because of the increase in global trade and multi-national corporations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the situation of the Enron pension scheme following the collapse of the company. The writer considers what legally questionable activities lead to the pension funds poor state before looking at what the outcome of the incident may be. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

10 pages in length. The writer discusses GNP, GDP, national business environment, political climate and EU involvement as they relate to Belgium. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the way that dividend signalling is used and how it differs in UK companies compared to German or Japanese companies. The writer argues that this is due to the differing models of corporate governance in each country, with the UK using the Anglo-American model of capitalism, with short term goals ...

This 5 page paper examines a case study prepared for Marriott and determines what the best financial decision would be for this company in order to maximize shareholder wealth.

This paper reviews current trends in the international finance and banking community that have been reported on during the past year. Such trends have included consolidation, more of a move toward "bricks and clicks" and some -- but not much -- cross marketing of products. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 16 page paper considers the different types of benefits that are available for employers to provide for their employees. The writer considers benefits including vacations, life assurance, pension plans and considers the options along with the costs that they incur. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

A ten page paper which looks at inequality of income in the UK, with reference to the national minimum wage, the divide between rich and poor, and structural inequalities which give rise to poverty in the country.

This 5 page paper looks at three organizations which forecast the economy. All conclude that things are picking up as 2002 opens and positive things are anticipated. How the forecast impacts a hypothetical organization is also discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing sources and types of unemployment, particularly as it relates to the course of the overall economy. The economy is seen as continuing to recover from the recession that is now officially ended. Unemployment likely will continue to improve as well, but it is highly unlikely that it will ...

This 6 page paper delves into HUD (Housing and Urban Development) and its shortcomings. A brief history of HUD is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.