POLITICAL RISK Globalization is the name of the game, every business and individual has a direct or indirect connection with it. Even in the tightest locked-up economy, there is a level of dependence with the global economy. Brands and products have managed to break the national frontiers and sail the murky waters of international markets. The 21st century has seen a more regulated and somewhat “fair” and competitive playfield. International organizations, such as the International Monetary Fund
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rising interest rates, and these two companies did not fail to positively react to the recent increase in interest rates. Both companies’ share price went up by more than 20%. Thanks to the uptick in interest rates due to many speculation of slow economy recovery in the market. S&P 500 also had a strong year-to-date return at 13.82%. Both FLCSX and S&P 500 topped more than 10 points back in Q1 of 2013, followed up by not as strong return shown in Q2 with FLCSX at 4.93% and S&P 500 at 2.91%. Despite
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business while minimizing the company’s impact on the environment. Unilever’s believe is that as a business they have a responsibility to their consumers and to the communities in which they have a presence. Around the world they invest in local economies and develop people’s skills inside and outside of Unilever. And through their business and brands, they run a range of programs to promote hygiene, nutrition, empowerment and environmental awareness. From long-established names like Lifebuoy, Sunlight
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year. When the market opened, shares sold at $17 dollars. At closing the price per share was $23.89, an increase of 40.5%, netting Tesla 226.1 million in funding. Investors saw potential in a company with a vision of the future that was back by an emerging Elon Musk. Elon Musk was born June 28, 1971 in Pretoria, South Africa. After earning a degree in physics from the Universty of Pennsyvania and a degree in business from the Wharton School at UPENN, Musk started Zip2. The web software company
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Significance of report findings on Utility of the Future The model for the utility of the future (UOTF) is emerging in new directions to convert valuable water, energy and commodities from wastewater while utilizing the utilities assets in innovative ways to reduce costs, increase revenue and strengthen local economy.[1] UOTF seeks to engage others who share water resources through watershed approaches, innovative partnerships and adaptive management techniques to ensure that actions are to
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What are the roles and functions of central banks? Why do they need Economic staff? How far should central banks get involved in data collection and areas such as seasonal adjustment, as well as economic analysis? Introduction Though Central Bank is viewed as one of the primary mechanisms of macroeconomic stabilization there are a number of arguments about other areas of Central Bank’s involvement. This paper will explore the different areas, including the role of Central Bank in effecting monetary
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Discussion Paper No. 2009/01 The Financial Crisis of 2008 and the Developing Countries Wim Naudé* January 2009 Abstract Following the financial crisis that broke in the US and other Western economies in late 2008, there is now serious concern about its impact on the developing countries. The world media almost daily reports scenarios of gloom and doom, with many predicting a deep global recession. This paper critically discusses this and concludes that as far as the developing countries are concerned
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“New trends of Middle East Economy” Middle East Economy Background Main economic sectors & main actors Current trends with alternative investment apart from oil industry” by Panakant Raschasri 5303640691 Middle East Economy Background The economic structure of Middle Eastern nations are different in the sense that while some nations are heavily dependent on export of only oil and oil-related products (such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Kuwait), others have a highly diverse economic base (such
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IIM BANGALORE Final Report for Contemporary Concerns Study Project Repositioning Strategy for Indian Pharmaceutical Companies in Global Context Submitted to PROFESSOR MURALI PATIBANDLA (FACULTY,CORPORATE STRATEGY AND POLICY) Submitted By Ravela Madhurika- 1211132 Tanveer Mohd Ansari-1211151 Contents Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 3 Global Pharma Industry
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describes the crucial role of business in the transition to sustainability. According to the report, "Business and Development: Challenges and Opportunities in a Rapidly Changing World," published this month by WBCSD, "the world is experiencing a historic shift of economic and political power from the traditional base of industrialized countries to the emerging economies." As the report points out, by 2050, three of the four largest economies -- China, India, and Brazil -- will be those of
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