Owners Of American Dream

When Thomas Jefferson began work building Monticello in 1768 he not only laid the foundations for his elegant home, but instigated the idea of home ownership as the basis for happiness into the minds of the American public.

Micro Economics-Intellectual Property and US-Chinese Relations Considered

How can some cities compete in World Markets when they price themselves out of the market due to local microeconomics, which drive costs sky-high? Take for instance Silicon Valley and the costs to do business there and the World Market they compete in to sell their software and technology.

Now The World Needs to Learn to Compete and Cooperate

Recently the very wise Henry Kissinger outlined the past history of WW I and the Cold War and then philosophized on what needs to be done with regards to the coming together of Eastern and Western Culture. Although I am sure not many people picked it up in his interview, the message he summarized in one sentence towards the end was clear and it is correct;

Essential Oils – Alternatives to Afghanistan's Opium Poppy

Essential oils and spices – alternatives to opium poppy cultivation in Afghanistan? According to a recent press release by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, Afghanistan is currently the world's largest producer of opium, the raw ingredient for heroin.

Bell Curves and Wealth of Individuals in a Nation

Most nations despite what you might think seem to economically follow Bell Curves when it comes to wealth of the individuals in that nation and the total sum of the pie. Thus Bell Curves and Wealth of Individuals in a Nation is indeed a viable measurement tool for economists and NGOs or non-profit groups giving aid or relief.

Fairtrade Fortnight Special: Shopping For a Better World Part 2

There are three different kinds of company - the alternative, the altruistic and the renegades. The interaction and relative commercial success of these different types of company are at the heart of the battle for the future market.

Easy Money – State of the 2007 Economy

How long will the good times last? The economy is still on a roll but don’t take it for granted.

Is China Kissing Up to the Middle East?

Not long ago I got involved in reading the liberal skewed Foreign Affairs Magazine and talking to some serious minded knowledge based thinkers who study the Middle East. Over time our discussion and dialogues became more in depth and we noted that China is very hungry for resources.

The Circular Flows of Economic Might

An entrepreneur is asked would he go work in China for an extremely large company there? This is an interesting question as so many recruiters are looking for folks to go to China who speak English and understand how to run a large company and have management skills. The entrepreneur thought about the incredible offer, benefits and pay and then stated;

China and India on the Rise; US Lagging in Innovation

Many have said that the issues with China and India taking the world by storm and attracting its manufacturing base is not a problem. Why? Well because they say nations like the US will move from manufacturing to service sector and into technology, designing a knowledge based workforce. That is to say; we design it and they will make it.

Globalization? It's All about Taxes And Taxes Are All about Theft

Globalization is not what you think. It's not about free trade, open borders, free flow of capital, greater opportunity, or social equity. It's all about theft. And you are the victim. Have you noticed that all the things you need and want have become more and more expensive? Have you noticed that business has become more and more competitive? Have you noticed that you need to run faster and faster to simply stay in the same place? This has all come about by a cunning plan by a favored few to part you from your wealth and your freedoms, and put you to work for them as a virtual debt slave.

Ruined Rural Economy - India Had We Part -1

The article deal with detailed analysis of Indian economy and its effect on farmers. How badly new liberal policies have ruined Indian agro sector is discussed. Hope people of India will find benefited to discuss the issues affecting their economy.

The Rise of Globalisation in the World Economy

Factors that explain the rise of Globalisation, including free trade, capital mobility and improvements in technology.