At the end of the recent IMF meetings, Singapore’s finance minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam warned that the US and Europe should both be prepared for several more years of economic turmoil. As chair of the International Monetary Fund’s governing body, Shanmugaratnam explained that he has finally begun to feel that political leaders understand the enormity of… Continue Reading
Business needs energy, but energy is expensive. In addition there is a sizable portion of the population that says traditional sources of power are dangerous for our environment. More companies are taking the green (or at least greener) step of switching to cleaner, and sometimes more efficient energy sources, especially as the technologies continue to… Continue Reading
The following video presents an interview by the Editor-in-Chief of MarketWatch, David Callaway, with three economic expert analysts; Robert Powell, Senior Retirement Columnist, MarketWatch, William O’Donnell, Head of US Treasury Strategy, RBS Securities Inc., and Lee Munson, Chief Investment Officer, Portfolio LLC, in which they deliver their opinions regarding whether the Euro will still exist… Continue Reading
According to a survey last year, the best undergraduate business programs that are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business are: The University of Pennsylvania Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) University of California- Berkley University of Michigan- Ann Arbor University of Virginia New York University University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill University… Continue Reading
World economies are vying for position and power as they begin a plan to raise additional funds for the International Monetary Fund with the goal of limiting the damage the euro zone debt crisis will cause. Emerging economies hope to gain more say in the Washington-based think-tank/global lender and policy making body as they decide… Continue Reading
At 82 years old, Warren Buffett is considered one of the most successful investors of all time. The American businessman, investor and philanthropist is the head shareholder, CEO and chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, and has been ranked among the world’s wealthiest people for decades. Often referred to as the “Wizard of Omaha ,” “Oracle of… Continue Reading
Two young economists, Emmanuel Saez and Thomas Piketty have done their research when it comes to the disparities between the poor, middle class and wealthy of the world. Perhaps unknown to the public at large, they have received top recognition from their peers in their field. According to this academic pair, the wealthy have been… Continue Reading
Financial headlines continue their repetitive, three-year trend, stating once again that debt crisis turmoil and economic confusion have lowered Asian stocks on Monday. Benchmark oil fell to $102 a barrel, and though the dollar gained momentum opposite the euro, it lost value against the yen. The Nikkei also fell 1.4% to 9,502.95 as the yen… Continue Reading
Amazon has long been debated by internet shoppers as well as other businesses. Its empire is seemingly indestructible though, and so very few, if any, have moved to make a change. Now, however, a small company has stepped forward. “Amazon is squeezing everyone out of business,” said Educational Development Corporation’s Randall White. “I don’t like… Continue Reading
Helen Glutch, owner of one of the branches of the successful women’s fitness chain “Curves” in Citrus Heights, California explained that she is passionate about helping women be the best they can be. “We offer not only strength training and cardio workouts, but a fabulous weight loss program called Curves Complete. It’s about losing fat… Continue Reading