Founders of Political Economy: Adam Smith, David Ricardo, Karl Marx
Course material - 6 pages - Economic politics
Explore the history of economic thought through the contributions of Adam Smith, David Ricardo, and Karl Marx, and their impact on industrialization and capitalism.
Economy of the Star System
Course material - 2 pages - Economy general
The emergence of the star system in the film and music industry, its characteristics, and its impact on other economic sectors and politics.
The Japanese Colonial State and the Dissolution of the Late Imperial Frontier Economy in Taiwan, 1886-1909 - Antonio C. Tavares (2005)
Text commentary - 2 pages - Modern history
In my reflection paper, I chose to focus on the third text, titled "The Japanese Colonial State and the Dissolution of the Late Imperial Frontier Economy in Taiwan, 1886-1909," because I felt it offered a unique lens through which to explore the colonial past of Taiwan — a subject...
Understanding the Concept of Residential Economy by Laurent Davezies
Summary - 1 pages - Economy general
Discover the concept of residential economy and its significance in local economies, as presented by Professor Laurent Davezies in his 2009 article. Learn how the residential economy is structured around local demand and supply, and how it differs from other forms of local economies.
The Influence of Economists on the Global Economy and Markets
Summary - 3 pages - Economy general
This document is an analysis of the role of economists in shaping the global economy and markets, based on the book 'Globalization on Trial' by Dani Rodrik. It explores how economists influence economic policies and decisions, and how their models and theories can have far-reaching...
Digital Economy and Information Goods
Course material - 3 pages - Medias&communication marketing
The document discusses the digital economy, its objectives, and the characteristics of digital goods and information. It highlights the emergence of digital capitalism and the role of GAFAM companies.
Charles Gide's Thought on Solidarity Economy
Dissertation - 44 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
This document analyzes Charles Gide's economic reflections, focusing on his concept of solidarity and its relation to moral values, Protestant theology, and cooperative movements.
Drivers towards circular economy in the cosmetic industry
Litterature review - 5 pages - Management
The aim of this review is to provide a structured overview of previous research, identify gaps in the current literature, and formulate informed policy recommendations for managers and decision-makers. This analysis aims to enlighten strategies and policies to facilitate the integration of the...
Inflation in the Price of Football Players and How It Affects the Economy
Presentation - 5 pages - International economy
The problems of inflation in football are: - Rising football player prices - Rising football ticket prices - Leading to corruption - Increasing poverty in some sports sectors
The New Order in Global Economy and Finance: from the Bretton Wood system to the successive waves of globalization
Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - International economy
Following the Second World War, all countries pegged their currencies to the dollar, the United States pegged to gold. The dollar was the only currency that could be exchanged for gold. The United States was at the center of the system as the dollar was the international payment and reserve...
How is the nomination of Jerome Powell at the head of the US Federal reserve going to affect the global economy, especially on the issues of monetary policy and financial regulation?
Essay - 2 pages - Economy general
Federal Reserve Chairperson Janet Yellen is stepping down from her position in early February 2018. It is widely that her successor is going to be President Trump's selected nominee, Jerome Powell. In contrast with the last three Fed chairpersons, Powell is not an academic, though he has an...
Diversity and circular economy in business
Essay - 2 pages - Economy general
This concept of the circular economy is a plural approach based on the economy, which aims to minimize the production of waste and the losses resulting from the use of our resources. It is therefore, in essence, opposed to the so-called linear and traditional economy,...
The Impact of the 2007/2008 financial crisis on the UK economy - Can we identify indicators of a possible future UK financial crash?
Dissertation - 6 pages - Economy general
Ten years ago the world economies were hit by the financial crash which exposed countries of their weakness and almost collapsed some of the biggest banks in the world. The crash exposed the weakness of banks their reserves held were less than 1% of equity well below a level that could...
What future for the French economy after the Covid-19 crisis? - The "France 2030" investment plan proposed by President Macron
Essay - 6 pages - Economic politics
In 2020, the health crisis caused a recession of -7.9% for France. France had a fairly stable economy before the crisis and the various confinements led to a negative evolution of the economy as well as a recession in GDP. The French economy is growing little but resisting...
To what extent tradition, history, art, religion and politics can shape the economy of a region, a country or a continent? - The example of China
Essay - 5 pages - World geography
Economic growth and development in a country are not only the results of trade and economic policies. The economy, in a country, can also be boosted when the country offers a safe economic background such as secure private property or open trade guaranties. Institutions are fundamental in...
The Multiple Terms in Finance, Business, and Economy
Worksheets - 3 pages - Economy general
This document is a vocabulary worksheet on the different terms used in finance, business, and economy.
History of the British economy
Course material - 2 pages - Modern history
After WW2, to give Britain the chance to rebuild itself economically and socially, the Labour government established the “Post-War consensus” based on the principles of the Beveridge Report from 1945 up to 1979, the two main political parties Labour and Conservative agreed to follow the...
The United States in the Economy
Course material - 25 pages - International economy
Globalization is a contest content, it can have a negative view; responsible of outsourcing, massive unemployment (Europe), positive view; eliminate discrimination, global general culture, universalism. A complex reality, positive & negative sides. Is a process of interaction and integration...
Why the gig economy is the best and worst development for workers under 30?
Essay - 1 pages - International economy
The gig economy is a result of the shift of the 21st century's economy. It skyrocketed this past twenty years in the global market, because of the success of companies like Uber, Deliveroo, Airbnb who based its activity on the same business model in the service sector (tertiary...
Sustainable Tourism in Croatia - How Does Croatia Operate its Shift Towards a More Sustainable Economy Through Tourism?
Thesis - 24 pages - Tourism marketing
In 1800, there were 900 million human beings on earth. In 2020, the Earth is home to 7.8 billion people. This strong population growth is accompanied by an increase in demand for goods and services and production methods that cause environmental and social disorders. In the 1970s, many experts...
Economy - Types, factors and effects of inflation in Malaysia
Essay - 21 pages - Economy general
In the economy, inflation means an increase in the general price of goods and services in an economy from time to time. G. Ackley defined inflation as ‘a persistent and appreciable rise in the general level or average of prices'. With the increase in general price levels, each...
Digital Innovation: the Impact of Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and Automation on Jobs and the Economy
Essay - 3 pages - Computer science
While it is certain that AI and robotics are already automating low-skilled jobs such as the job of the cashier, the argument of the article displays a dystopian and technological determinist point of view. The idea is that AI will destroy more jobs than it creates and that robots might take over...
The economy of tax havens - Pros and cons
Essay - 6 pages - Economy general
Tax evasion and tax avoidance that are more easily achieved thanks to the internationalisation of the economy are also often considered as plagues against the creation of a fair international economic environment, preventing countries from accessing essential financial resources for their...
The Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and its impact on the American economy
Course material - 3 pages - Economy general
The nineteen sixties were a time of change in the world and especially in America, where Vietnam protests and demands for civil rights had taken off. In this time of change the sixties saw women in greater numbers demanding the same rights as men and one of those rights was the ability to join...
The reconcilation between economy and environment
Essay - 3 pages - Economy general
Economic growth has allowed us two centuries to benefit from significant gains in well-being of the population. Economic growth is aimed at improving the living conditions and well-being of the population, however, some of its consequences, such as the depletion of natural resources or worsening...
French economy - Forecast 2008
Essay - 17 pages - Economy general
Present-day world economy appears to be facing some serious challenges in sustaining its past robust growth. The credit crunch in the United States of America, as well as the United States dollar decline and high oil prices represent massive threats for the world economic equilibrium....
Was the political economy under Blair best described as neo-liberal or reformed Keynesian?
Essay - 9 pages - Economic politics
In order to answer the question as to whether the political economy of New Labor under Blair was best described as neo liberal or reformed Keynesianism, it is necessary to define the two ideological trajectories. Indeed, neo liberalism sees the markets as self regulating entities and...
Economic forecasts on French economy 2008
Essay - 26 pages - Economy general
Today, France stands at one of its lowest confidence rate since a decade. On a global scale, world trade contracted in 2007 with only 5.5% growth compared to 8.5% in 2006. The sub primes crisis is directly hitting the global financial markets and disturbing the world economy. If we have a...
Ireland: a booming economy or a flash in the pan?
Essay - 3 pages - International economy
When Ireland gained its independence from Great-Britain it had to face huge economic difficulties. The country was troubled by poverty and emigration until the early 1990s. These problems though virtually disappeared over the course of that decade, which saw the beginning of unprecedented...
The USA economy recession
Case study - 6 pages - Business strategy
In 2008 Obama was able to fix the economy. 2 years later, the spectra of the Giant depression is still looming. The first sign of recession is unemployment reaching records level 9.6% (except during the great depression) second sign: growth decrease 2.5% not enough to decrease...
