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    Forecast Introduction British Citizens made a choice on the 23rd June 2016, to leave the European Union. The UK has been a member of the European Union (EU) since 1973 and the EU gives many economic benefits to member’s countries, such as free movement of labour, harmonisation of regulations and the stability of being in the world’s largest trade block within 28 united countries. The interest of many UK and non UK Citizens dwelled on the idea of what will happen the UK’s economy, what impact would

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    In the face of staggering debt one man, Alexander Hamilton received the task of bringing the American economy back to stable system. Alexander achieved this through his use of taxes adopted from other countries and using the debt as leverage against those to whom the debt America owed. Once the new government became its own, the offices needed to be filled with influential men to set a positive path for America’s future. And once George Washington became the first president of the United States

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    Chile 's Economic Freedom

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    From the point of view of economy freedom, Chile’s score is 78.7 (2014 Index of Economic Freedom Chile, 2014). This makes Chile’s economy the 7th free economy in the index of 2014. The total ranking is a bit lower than previous year. There is a change, to be more precise it’s a positive change in the investing figures of Chile. Chile is considered at a very high position with regards to its economic freedom in Southern and the Central parts of America. Chile’s economy has been constantly considered

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    Larson, John Lauritz. The Market Revolution in America: Liberty Ambition, and the Eclipse of the Common Good. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2010. Thesis: Larson argues that the Market Revolution that occurred in Antebellum America "colored" if not "dictate(d)" Americans reactions "to a host of public issues (9)." She argues that the Market Revolution "grew out of the freedom and ambitions of the people, but it was neither the intended outcome of the Revolution (American) nor was it wholly

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    investment opportunities. These companies are seeking countries with a high GDP, strategic location, and a growing urban middle class. GDP, or gross domestic product, is the sum of value added by resident firms, households, and governments operating in an economy (Peng, 2016, pg. 5). Since GDP is an important measure of economic growth, nations with high GDP are seen as desirable markets in which to expand by companies seeking to grow their business overseas. These companies are also seeking countries with

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    Ernst Fritz Schumacher was a British economist, born in Germany, who lived and worked during the middle of the 20th century. His work includes the development of full-employment policies during World War 2 and the planning of Britain’s post-war welfare state. He advised Britain’s nationalized coal industry for 20 years and in 1955 he was sent as an economic adviser to Burma with the aim of raising the living standards in the country. His life experiences motivated him to write Small is Beautiful:

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    Modern Resurgence of Nationalism The WTO has warned that the recent global increase in nationalism may threaten the global economy more than any time in recent history, stating that ‘as long as global economic weakness persists, protectionist pressure will build and could eventually become overwhelming’. As economic stagnation continues, both dominant and emerging economies are now implementing policy designed to safeguard against the employment losses, high ratio of capital outflow, and foreign

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    TELECOMMUNICATION INDUSTRY- CASE OF VODAFONE 4 EVALUATION AND CONCLUSION 6 REFERENCES 7 SUMMARY While discussing the topics of trade, development and political economy, globalization is often discussed. In general, globalization means a process in which world economies become highly integrated, leading to a global economy and highly global economic policymaking, through international agencies such as the World Trade Organization (Todaro & Smith, 2006). Since late

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    Hong Kong is known for their small and free economy system. They are deemed as the global monetary foundation. Due to the influence of the worldwide economic catastrophe, its economic growth confronts various new trials. As a result, a complete examination of the Hong Kong’s financial growth and their prominent production standing becomes a vital matter. Hong Kong is presently the world’s most service oriented economy, with facilities divisions responsible for more than 90% of GDP. After the Chinese

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    disincentivized to owning businesses because permits and consultants cost too much and require bribes. Yet, bribes can cost the economy big money because essentially the corrupt businessmen are taking the money away from public services (111). The issues coming up in the future are that the governments that are corrupt might have negative impacts on other global economies and spread the norm of corruption. Yet, both countries do show the will to “purify the Party” which includes newly implemented

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