Australian Interest Rates Will Rise

Why interest rates will rise in Australia. The article looks at the severe labor shortage facing Australia

Global Economy And The Unions

I listened to a Kenyan veteran world trade unionist talking during Labour Day celebration in Kenya, and I felt he echoed a fast fading and receding trade union sentiments. He talked about making sure that government and state corporation officials fly the national carrier only. He also talked about making sure that organizations are headed only by nationals, especially where there are qualified personnel.

We Chopped Up The Golden Goose That Layed The Golden Eggs. Who Said We Had To Compete Like This?

Who said we had to compete in a global economic arena? The American Workers are the ones who really won World War 2 and the industrial success story of all of history followed. Through the Marshall Plan, we helped restored local value added economies in balanced geopolitical settings in Europe and Asia. We gave others the Golden Eggs from the Golden Goose to duplicate the American Dream but then someone said we all must compete against each other.

Why We Can Learn from Crude Oil Prices History

Just as it is a good idea to learn from the past, we can glean some lessons from looking at crude oil prices history. Here one key example of how understanding the trends involved with this history can help us to be prepared for future situations as oil prices rise and fall periodically.

Engaging Economic Efficiency Efforts Evaluated

Every Nation has economic challenges and must deal with change. Just like in the Universe change is a constant. In the United States we have changes occurring with industry trends. Some cities have issues with changing job categories, shifts in manufacturing jobs moving from 30% to 17% to 10% and then those jobs being replaced by robots or retail or service sector which typically pays less.

Enhancing Agricultural Productivity and Competitiveness

Promoting agricultural productivity and competitiveness. Investment in agriculture – fishing, forestry, irrigation and drainage, agricultural trade, and agribusiness – has increased significantly. Rural infrastructure, which is integrally linked to rural development, has received the largest amount of investment

A Guide To Jobs In Spain

Finding jobs in Spain is important if you plan to relocate to this country. The requirements vary depending on your country of origin. To find out the exact requirements for your situation, contact the Spanish consulate in your home country. Start your search on the internet and then plan to visit the country to find a job.

Ruined Rural Economy – Debt Death Trap Part - 11

The article revolves around new concept of Debt Loan Economy being advocated by trio and economist. It analysis various facets of DLE; and its effect on farmers. An endeavor has been made to suggest measures to check loans and various policies forcing farmers committing suicide.

Communities Forsaking Local Businesses To Attract Chain Stores

Sugarhouse in Salt Lake City is thriving with local businesses. These small shops make the area what it is - charming and quaint. However in the past five years as real-estate values in the area have skyrocketed more and more local shops are being sold by landlords for redevelopment for greater profit potential.

Is a Recession Likely for UK Economy?

With growth forecasts in the UK currently of 3% it seems highly speculative to start talking of a recession in the UK. However there are certain factors that cause an element of concern.

The Euro Area's Data Difficulties

A lot of economists and people who are interested in EU development can't find the necessary data. Find out why!

DIBC Setbacks In Detroit And Windsor

Regulatory, legal and municipal actions affecting the Detroit International Bridge Company (DIBC) are summarized chronologically from news reports and official documents.

Trains And The Quality Of Life

I would like to comment on a published article in The Straits Times bearing the same title as this post. The article seems to be conceived to pacify those who could be opposing more rail lines as they do not see the need of expensive rail lines. As much as I like to concur with the author that having more rail lines will improve quality of life, I would like to pose some questions in response to the otherwise simplistic argument put forth.

The Detroit River Tunnel Partnership

The Detroit River Tunnel Partnership (DRTP) is poised to build a new, high-capacity rail tunnel under the Detroit River to provide improved freight service between the United States and Canada. The DRTP is an equal partnership between Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) and Borealis Infrastructure Trust.

Ruined Rural Economy India - Forgotten Common Man - Part 7

The article in series of Ruined Rural Economy further highlights as to how GOI is forgetting a common man at all. How brutally four farmers were killed on 14 March 2007 at Nandigram in Wesy Bengal is analyzed in the light of Special Economic Zone (SEZ) at the cost of human lives.